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Triethyl Citrate

Ethyl citrate / TEC

Safety Notes

Citric acid triethyl ester; prevents bacterial enzyme activity on sweat → reduces odour (deodorant mechanism); used in non-antiperspirant deodorants; also solvent; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated

Function & Common Use

Function

Deodorant Active / Solvent / Sequestrant

Category

Solvent

Common In

Deodorants (non-antiperspirant) some cosmetic solvents

Origin

Semi-synthetic (citric acid + ethanol)

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

No limit

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Triethyl Citrate safe to use in skincare?

Triethyl Citrate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Citric acid triethyl ester; prevents bacterial enzyme activity on sweat → reduces odour (deodorant mechanism); used in non-antiperspirant deodorants; also solvent; COSMOS-approved; well-tolerated

Is Triethyl Citrate allowed in India?

Triethyl Citrate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Triethyl Citrate used for in cosmetics?

Triethyl Citrate functions as: Deodorant Active / Solvent / Sequestrant. It is commonly found in: Deodorants (non-antiperspirant) some cosmetic solvents.

TCS Assessment
Low Concern
Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)
Permitted
EU
Permitted
US FDA
Permitted
Korea (MFDS)
Permitted

Identifiers

CAS77-93-0
EC201-070-7

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