Odour strength
Low
Listed qualitative strength
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TEC
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Perfume Extract · Material profile
Carrier splash illustrationTEC
Odour description (decreasing)
Odourless to Mild Fruity Wine and Plum
About this material
Triethyl citrate; otherwise known as Tri-Ethyl Citrate and commonly referred to as TEC is the triethyl ester of citric acid and appears as a colourless to tinged yellow liquid.
It is a versatile solvent suitable for oily substances, crystals, powders and resins, serving as a safer alternative to highly toxic phthalates like DEP, offering an effective solution for dissolving challenging ingredients.
It’s practically odourless, carrying only subtle notes of mild fruity wine and plum.
Originally developed for applications outside of perfumery and flavour work, this ester has gained popularity as a blender, solvent and diluent and fixative in perfumes.
In fragrance compositions, its role goes beyond that of a simple diluent; when combined with more volatile ingredients, it imparts a soft, mellow, warm-fruity undertone and often adds a winey-sweet top note. It is particularly effective and intriguing in rose-based fragrances.
Widely used in cosmetics and fragrances as a fixative to slow the evaporation of volatile components, allowing fragrances to last longer on the skin and in the air.
Scent character
Highlights from the material’s listed odour profile.
Odourless to Mild Fruity Wine and PlumListed odour facet
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Material character
A closer look
FixativeRecorded in this material profile
Tenacity / substantivity
216 hour(s)
at 100%
Listed reference conditions
Fragrance development
Formulation carrier
Catalogue coverage record
Supplied preparation needs confirmationMolecular identity
Fragrance allergen reference
Generic regulatory reference only. This is not a supplier allergen declaration, measured composition, allergen-free claim or finished-product labelling assessment.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
European Union / Northern Ireland
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Commission Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 · Regulation (EU) 2023/1545 with 11 November 2025 corrigendum; checked 2026-10-26.
Held EU transition dates: placing noncompliant products on the market until 2026-07-31; making them available until 2028-07-31. Check applicability and current law for the intended market. 2025 corrigendum.
Great Britain
No direct listed-entry CAS match in this jurisdiction’s held reference set. This does not mean the material is allergen-free. Constituents, grouped entries and natural-material composition may require further review.
Finished-cosmetic declaration thresholds: greater than 0.001% leave-on; greater than 0.01% rinse-off. Apply the current target-market rules to the actual complete formulation; no concentration is inferred here.
Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex III (Great Britain) · legislation.gov.uk current text checked 2026-10-26.
Current supplier composition or allergen declarations are required to assess naturals, bases, mixtures and actual concentrations. Reference data checked 2026-10-26; bundle 2026-10-27. Supplementary private documents remain separate.
Product specification
Physical stateLiquidReviewed product form
| CAS number | 77-93-0 |
|---|---|
| Odour description (decreasing) | Odourless to Mild Fruity Wine and Plum |
| Odour strength | Low |
| Perfumery use | Blender, Solvent, Diluent, FixativeListed perfumery guidance; this is not an IFRA limit. |
| Substantivity | 216 hour(s) at 100% |
| Physical state | Liquid |
| Synonyms | Tri-Ethyl Citrate, Triethyl Citrate, Citroflex No. 2, Citrofol |
| Recorded name / preparation | Triethyl 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate |
| Molecular formula | C₁₂H₂₀O₇ |
Safety & handling
Listed handling information
Not Hazardous According To EC 1272/2008
Datasheets & customer documents
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Documentation Supply PolicyIFRA formulation guide
Generic reference only — not an IFRA certificate, compliance decision or use recommendation. The Responsible Person and qualified safety assessor must assess the actual finished formula using current applicable IFRA Standards, supplementary documentation where available and the CPSR.
Raw-material reference based on recorded CAS numbers. A CAS match identifies a reference entry; it does not verify the supplied grade, composition, purity or finished-product compliance. Naturals, bases and mixtures require composition review.
Source: 51st Amendment overview, held source checked 2026-10-21. Bundle 2026-10-27. Individual Standards prevail over the overview.
No direct IFRA overview entry matched the recorded CAS in this held dataset. This does not mean unrestricted use, absence of relevant Standards or compliance. Constituent restrictions may still apply.
IFRA source overview · Individual IFRA Standards and supplementary documentation
Supplier certificates and private documents are separate evidence. Their availability does not determine whether this generic guide is shown. This is a dated local reference, not a live regulatory feed.
Creative ideas to explore
Creative directions, not tested formulas.A clear starting point
With TEC and a known concentrateUse the listed solubility and preparation information to plan a small bench comparison with a known fragrance concentrate. Record clarity immediately and after standing; a clear sample alone does not establish compatibility or finished-product suitability.
A dilution library
Labelled samples and repeatable recordsWhere the product specification supports the intended use, organise labelled working preparations for materials you already understand. Record the actual starting strength, carrier and preparation date so later comparisons describe the same material rather than different unrecorded dilutions.
Compare the carrier
One concentrate, controlled variablesCompare this preparation with an established reference while holding the fragrance concentrate and evaluation method constant. Record clarity and any observed change in the scent impression; treat the comparison as evidence to investigate, not proof of universal compatibility.
| Volume | 10g, 30g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg |
|---|
Dilution Information
MaterialFragrance ingredient
Carrier / solventAs specified for the product
Supplied dilutionCheck the ratio and carrier
Concept illustration only; no dilution ratio or carrier is implied for this material. Refer to the product specification and label.
The suffix D forms part of the product name and indicates that the material is supplied as a dilution rather than at full strength.
POD = Precious Oil Dilution, typically intended for aromatherapy applications.
AOD = Absolute Oil Dilution, indicating that the product is supplied as a diluted absolute.
The dilution ratio and carrier/solvent are stated within the product specification and will also be shown on the product label.
IMPORTANT: Customers should always rely on the product specification when confirming the concentration and carrier/solvent supplied.
While we endeavour to ensure that product names and suffixes accurately reflect the material supplied, the product specification (including the stated dilution ratio and carrier/solvent) shall take precedence in the event of any omission, abbreviation, naming variation, or delayed update to a product title.
Please ensure you have selected the correct material, concentration, dilution ratio and carrier/solvent before completing your purchase.
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Handling precautions
For professional perfumery use only. Not for direct application to skin or ingestion. Keep out of reach of children.
Handle using the precautions specified for the material. Wear suitable protective gloves and eye protection where required.
Keep away from sources of ignition where applicable and avoid release to the environment.
Keep containers securely closed and store under the conditions specified on the product label and SDS. Keep liquid containers upright.
If swallowed or otherwise exposed, follow the SDS first-aid instructions and seek medical advice as appropriate. Do not induce vomiting unless directed by a medical professional.
Product-specific warnings, handling precautions and storage requirements take precedence over this general information.
Read the applicable SDS
A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is available to logged in users who have purchased this item, where applicable.
Documents are not supplied before purchase.
Read the applicable SDS before handling or using the material. Follow its instructions for hazards, protective equipment, first aid, handling, storage and disposal.
An SDS provides information about the material supplied; it does not replace an assessment of the safety or compliance of a finished formulation.
Please note that supplementary documentation—including, but not limited to, IFRA Certificates, Certificates of Analysis (CoA), Allergen Declarations, and other regulatory or compositional data—may not be available for all products. Refer to the "Supplementary Documentation" tab to check current availability. If the tab is not present, no supplementary documents are available for the material.
Customers intending to use materials in cosmetic applications, including for the preparation of a Cosmetic Product Safety Report (CPSR) under UK and EU Cosmetics Regulations, must contact us prior to purchase to confirm the availability and suitability of any required documentation where it is not explicitly stated. Orders must not be placed in reliance on the assumption that such documentation will be provided where it is not explicitly stated on the relevant product page at the time of purchase.
By proceeding with a purchase without prior written confirmation, you acknowledge and accept that documentation beyond the legally required SDS may not be supplied, and you agree that Perfume Extract shall not be held liable for the absence of such documentation or for any inability to complete regulatory requirements, including CPSR or product compliance obligations.
Products are supplied in accordance with our Documentation Supply Policy
Customer responsibility
These limitations apply to reliance on all documentation supplied, including IFRA information, allergen declarations, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), technical data sheets, specifications and other supporting documents.
Perfume Extract is solely a reseller of this product and is not an agent, official distributor, or affiliated in any way with the manufacturer.
Customers are responsible for determining whether the material and available documentation meet their requirements before purchase, and for assessing the safety and compliance of their finished products.
We do not provide formulation instructions, formulation consultancy or confirmation of suitability at a particular concentration or for a particular application.
Producer identity, detailed sourcing and processing information are not disclosed beyond the information published in the product listing.
Please read our Documentation Supply Policy alongside the product specification and available documentation.
Synonyms, alternative names, CAS/EC references, botanical names, manufacturer references and external links may describe a substance or material family generally. They should not, on their own, be taken as confirmation of the supplied material’s producer, geographical origin, manufacturing process, grade, purity, constituent levels or batch characteristics.
In particular, a synonym or reference must not be used to infer that a material is free from a particular constituent, meets a numerical specification, or is suitable for a particular application or concentration.
IFRA information, allergen declarations, Certificates of Analysis (CoAs), technical data sheets and other supporting documents apply only within their expressly stated scope. A general specification or reference document is not a batch-specific analytical result unless it expressly identifies the relevant batch.
If information appears inconsistent, or a particular characteristic is essential to your purchase, contact us for written clarification before ordering. Do not resolve discrepancies by assuming that a synonym, external reference or document for another grade applies to the material supplied.
We do not confirm characteristics beyond those expressly supported by the applicable product specification or our written confirmation. Customers remain responsible for assessing their complete formulation and intended application.
Nothing in this information excludes or restricts liability or statutory rights that cannot lawfully be excluded or restricted.
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Anonymous (verified owner) –
Great quality products,quick delivery,lovely packaging,overall very satisfied and would recommend to others by 100%
RJR (verified owner) –
Perfect solvent for dissolving crystals
suson.teodor (verified owner) –
Clear, odorless solvent and fixative — enhances blending, smoothness, and longevity of fragrances. Ideal for dilutions and stable perfume bases.