Triethyl Citrate (TEC)

Solvent

Triethyl Citrate (TEC)

Triethyl citrate (TEC) has a very mild, sweet, and pleasant fruity aroma with hints of wine and plum.

Aroma ChemicalSolventCAS: 77-93-0

Odor Strength

Odor Type

Solvent

Functional Profile

How perfumers typically use Triethyl Citrate (TEC) in their compositions.

Support

20 formulas

6.0%42.9%80.3%

Modulate

15 formulas

0.0%19.7%55.8%

Blend

6 formulas

18.4%18.4%18.4%

Build

1 formulas

30.0%30.0%30.0%

Common Formula Contexts

Fragrance styles and categories where Triethyl Citrate (TEC) appears most often.

Fresh Citrus

7 formulas

2.5%25.4%42.9%

Floral Bouquet

7 formulas

5.6%32.5%65.2%

Complex Composition

5 formulas

0.0%42.5%80.3%

Oriental Amber

4 formulas

12.3%27.2%60.8%

Woody Aromatic

2 formulas

0.7%38.7%76.8%

TGSC Descriptions

PerfumersWorld: Triethyl citrate (TEC) is a versatile solvent for oily products, crystals, powders and resins. it is almost odourless with slight hints of mild fruity wine and plum notes. a potential replacement for the highly toxic DEP (phthalates) for difficult to dissolve ingredients, TEC is also approved for use in flavours.