TRIETHYL CITRATE
Prepared at the 28th JECFA (1984), published in FNP 31/2 (1984) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 61st
JECFA (2003). An ADI of 0-20 mg/kg bw was established at the 28th JECFA (1984).
SYNONYMS Ethyl citrate; INS No. 1505
DEFINITION
Chemical names Triethyl 2-hydroxypropan-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
C.A.S. number 77-93-0
Chemical formula C12H20O7
Formula weight 276.29
Assay Not less than 99% w/w
DESCRIPTION Odourless, practically colourless, oily liquid
FUNCTIONAL USES Carrier solvent, sequestrant
