Acetyl Triethyl Citrate
A cosmetic ingredient used as film forming, fragrance, perfuming in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Triethyl 2-acetoxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate
What does it do?
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Film forming
forms a thin continuous film on skin, hair, or nails — used in long-wear makeup, sunscreens, and hairsprays
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Plasticiser
adds flexibility to film-forming polymers, e.g. in nail polish or mascara
EU regulatory status
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the European Union under Regulation 1223/2009. It is not subject to a specific Annex restriction at the time of writing.
Frequently asked questions
What is Acetyl Triethyl Citrate?
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Triethyl 2-acetoxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate
Is Acetyl Triethyl Citrate allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
Yes. Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is allowed for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Acetyl Triethyl Citrate do in cosmetic products?
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: film forming, fragrance, perfuming, plasticiser.
What is the CAS number of Acetyl Triethyl Citrate?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is 77-89-4.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 15/10/2010