Trimethyl citrate CAS 1587-20-8
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Introduction
Trimethyl citrate is an important citric acid ester compound with good plasticizing properties and chemical stability. Its advantages are low toxicity and a wide range of applications, from plasticizing plastics, pharmaceutical coatings to organic synthesis intermediates.
Technical Index
| Item | Unit |
| Appearance | White crystals |
| Trimethyl citrate content | ≥99% |
| Residual acid content | ≤0.5% |
| Melting point (initial melting --- final melting (melting range)) | 75--78℃。 |
Application
1. Trimethyl citrate can be used as the main fuel for colored candles. Its melting point and flammability fully meet the requirements of candle products.
2. It is used in the synthesis of medicines and pesticides. It is an intermediate with stable performance.
3. It is the main raw material for the production of citrazinic acid. Citrazinic acid is obtained by reacting trimethyl citrate with ammonia water, treating it with sulfuric acid, and refining it.
4. It is the main raw material for synthesizing hot-melt adhesives.
5. It can be used as a foaming agent for methyl methacrylate polymers, a stabilizer for acrylamide, an initiator for polyamide adhesives, a plasticizer for polyvinyl chloride, etc.
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