Acetyl Tribute Citrate, also known as Acetyltributylcitrate and ATBC, is a colorless liquid organic compound that is used in industry as a plasticizer in the manufacture of nail polish and other cosmetics. It is prepared by acetylation of tributylcitrate and is considered a potential replacement of DEHP and DINP.
Acetyl tribute citrate is manufactured from citric acid via the tributyl ester followed by acetylation.
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Acetyl Tribute Citrate (ATBC) is a colorless, non-toxic liquid organic compound. Its molecular formula is C20H34O8. Acetyl Tribute Citrate is prepared through the acetylation of tributyl citrate. It is commonly used as a plasticizer in the manufacture of cosmetics, including nail polish, and is referenced as a potential alternative to certain phthalate plasticizers.
Acetyl Tribute Citrate is manufactured from citric acid via the tributyl ester followed by acetylation. The Chemical Company supports ATBC bulk sourcing as an Acetyl Tribute Citrate supplier serving global industrial markets.
Acetyl tribute citrate (ATBC) is the most widely used phthalate substitute plasticizer. It is primarily used in the manufacture of products such as food wrap, vinyl toys, and pharmaceutical excipients. It is also used as a flavor ingredient in non-alcoholic beverages at a concentration of 1.0 ppm.
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