Citroflex® 2 or C-2 is recommended as a plasticizer for cellulosic derivatives as well as natural resins such as dammar and ester gums.
Citroflex® 2 offers limited solubility in oils and improved resistance to grease stains. It also imparts improved light-fastness to lacquer formulations. In the personal care area, C-2 is used as a fixative for perfumes and as a plasticizer and film strengthening agent in hair sprays, nail polishes, and as an active in deodorants. Citroflex® 2 does not support fungal growth.
The lower molecular weight citric acid esters (Citroflex C-2, A-2, C-4, and A-4) have plasticization characteristics similar to those of the lower molecular weight phthalates, adipates, and sebacates in a variety of polymers. When used as an active in deodorant applications, Citroflex® 2 works by inhibiting esterase activity in bacteria.
Appearance: Clear liquid
Pour point, °C: -45
Viscosity @ 25°C, cps: 35
Specific gravity @ 25/25°C: 1.135 - 1.139
Primary Chemistry: Triethyl Citrate
Performance of citrate ester plasticizers in cellulosic and natural resin formulations
Volatility and insufficient fixation in perfumes and fragrances
Alternative for phthalate plasticizers in plastics
Medical plastics, personal care, HI&I, cellulosics, ink formulations, pesticide inerts, active for deodorants and antiperspirants
Citroflex® citric acid esters provide a wide range of benefits when used as plasticizers with aqueous- and solvent-based polymers. Citroflex® esters offer formulators a unique combination of environmentally friendly features by combining efficient plasticization with low toxicity, high flash points and rapid biodegradability.
Citroflex® provides a wide range of benefits and excellent for use as plasticizers in aqueous- and solvent-based polymers, including acrylics, cellulosic polymers, vinyl acetates, vinyl, and urethane polymer systems.
Citroflex® is a range of citric acid esters from Vertellus that offer multiple functionalities and performance benefits for polymer systems. Citroflex® products are commonly known as plasticizers and plastics additives, but they are also very effective coalescing agents when used in paints and coating formulations.
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