Is Acetyl Triethyl Citrate vegetarian?
Acetyl Triethyl Citrate
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Acetyl Triethyl Citrate is a synthetic ester derived from citric acid, used as a plasticiser in cosmetics such as nail polish and eyeliner.
| Also known as | ATEC, Triethyl 2-Acetoxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate |
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| INCI name | Acetyl Triethyl Citrate |
| CAS number | 77-89-4 |
| EC number | 201-066-5 |
| CosIng ID | 73989 |
| Last reviewed | 9 July 2026 |
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