Product Name: CITROFOL AI
Chemical Name: Triethyl Citrate
Synonyms: 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, tris(ethyl ester)
CAS Number: 77-93-0
Recommended Use: Plasticizer in food contact materials, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics
Supplier Details: Supplier name, address, emergency contact number (usually found on label)
Emergency Telephone: Local emergency number provided by manufacturer
Product Code: Product-specific number issued by supplier
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS
Hazard Pictograms: No pictograms required
Signal Word: None assigned
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation in sensitive individuals
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Wash hands thoroughly after handling
Route of Exposure: Inhalation, skin and eye contact
Other Hazards: No known significant effects or critical hazards
Main Component: Triethyl Citrate – 99% or higher
Chemical Formula: C12H20O7
Impurities: Less than 1%, mainly diethyl citrate and monoethyl citrate
Other Components: Trace quantities of citric acid esters
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. Seek medical attention if symptoms appear such as coughing or difficulty breathing
Skin Contact: Wash off immediately with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, lifting upper and lower eyelids; consult a doctor if discomfort persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly with water. Do not induce vomiting unless advised by medical personnel. Call poison center if symptoms continue
Most Important Symptoms and Effects: Mild irritation, redness, or transient discomfort
Medical Attention: Treat symptomatically; seek attention if irritation or discomfort continues
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Specific Hazards: Combustible liquid; may release carbon oxides or organic vapor under fire conditions
Protective Equipment for Fire-Fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes
Explosion Sensitivity: Not expected to form explosive atmospheres under normal conditions
Special Procedures: Evacuate area and fight fire from safe distance. Cool exposed containers with water
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Wear gloves, protective eyewear, and suitable clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material from entering drains, sewers, waterways
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomaceous earth). Collect in containers for disposal. Clean residue with water
Decontamination: Wash contaminated surfaces thoroughly to remove residue
Precautions for Safe Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Do not breathe vapors or mist. Use only with adequate ventilation
Hygienic Practices: Wash hands before breaks and after work
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed original container in cool, dry, and well-ventilated area
Incompatibility: Strong acids and bases, oxidizers
Product Transfer: Use appropriate equipment and handle containers carefully to prevent spills or leaks
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limit established for triethyl citrate
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation to control vapor and mist
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields
Skin Protection: Protective gloves (nitrile or rubber); long-sleeved clothing
Respiratory Protection: Respirator not normally required, but should be used in poorly ventilated areas
Environmental Exposure Controls: Prevent large spills from entering the environment
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight, characteristic, fruity
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Neutral to slightly acidic (in aqueous solution)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -35°C to -40°C
Boiling Point/Range: 294°C at 1013 hPa
Flash Point: 158°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Not classified as highly flammable
Vapor Pressure: 4 x 10-4 hPa at 20°C
Relative Density: 1.136-1.140 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible in most organic solvents
Viscosity: 21 mPa·s at 25°C
Partition Coefficient n-octanol/water (Log Kow): 1.33
Auto-ignition Temperature: 476°C
Decomposition Temperature: >230°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of handling and storage
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: Not expected under recommended conditions
Conditions to Avoid: High temperatures, open flames, sources of ignition
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and low molecular weight organic compounds under fire conditions
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): > 5000 mg/kg; considered non-toxic at typical exposure levels
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild, transient skin irritation in some users
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause mild, reversible irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Not a respiratory sensitizer
Skin Sensitization: No evidence of skin sensitization
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No evidence in standard tests
Reproductive Toxicity: No adverse effects reported
Chronic Effects: No known long-term health effects at occupational exposure levels
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable under aerobic conditions
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low; does not significantly accumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: Expected to have moderate mobility in soil
Other Adverse Effects: No hazardous impact to environment documented
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose in accordance with local, state, and national regulations
Waste Residues: Avoid release of large quantities to environment or drains
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers; recycle or dispose according to regulations
Waste Code: Non-hazardous waste by most regulatory standards
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not hazardous under UN, ADR, RID, IMDG, or IATA
Transport Hazard Class: Non-hazardous for ground, sea, or air transport
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as hazardous to environment
Special Precautions: Avoid transporting with incompatible chemicals
Labeling Requirements: Not subject to mandatory hazard labeling
Chemical Inventory Status: Listed in major chemical inventories including TSCA (US), REACH (EU), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia)
SARA Title III: Not subject to reporting
California Proposition 65: Not listed
REACH: Registered under REACH
FDA: Approved for food contact (21 CFR 172.856)
Other Regulations: No additional specific restrictions
