Description

Tetradecyl Dihydrogen 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylate is a specialized organic ester derived from citric acid, serving as a versatile intermediate and functional additive. Its molecular structure provides excellent chelating, emulsifying, and plasticizing properties, making it valuable for modifying material performance. This compound is primarily sought by formulators in the polymer, personal care, and specialty chemical industries for applications requiring non-toxic, bio-based ingredients.

Application

• Polymer Plasticizer & Stabilizer: Acts as a secondary plasticizer and chelating agent in PVC and other polymer formulations to improve flexibility and processing stability.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: Used as an emollient and skin-conditioning agent in creams, lotions, and other topical formulations.
• Lubricant & Grease Additive: Functions as an additive in synthetic lubricants and greases to enhance performance characteristics and provide metal deactivation.
• Detergent & Cleaning Agent: Employed as a builder and chelating agent in industrial and institutional cleaning products to control water hardness.
• Chemical Intermediate: Serves as a key precursor in the synthesis of more complex esters, surfactants, and specialty chemicals.
• Textile & Leather Processing: Utilized as a softening agent and auxiliary in the treatment of textiles and leather goods.

Basic Information

Product Name	Tetradecyl Dihydrogen 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylate
CAS No.	93980-61-1
Molecular Formula	C20H36O8
Molecular Weight	404.50 g/mol
Synonyms	Myristyl Citrate; Tetradecyl Citrate; 1-Tetradecyl 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate; Citric Acid Tetradecyl Ester; Monotetradecyl Citrate; Tetradecyl Hydrogen Citrate; Myristyl Monocitrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, tetradecyl ester
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Quality Control

Our Tetradecyl Dihydrogen 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylate is manufactured under a strict quality management system. Each batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure it meets precise specifications for identity, purity, and performance. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting these results are available upon request to support your quality assurance and regulatory compliance needs.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms to structure
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 95.0%
Acid Value	≤ 5.0 mg KOH/g
Saponification Value	280 - 310 mg KOH/g
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.