Tributyl citrate has been reported in Artemisia baldshuanica, Lonicera caerulea, and Calophyllum inophyllum with data available.
Formula
C18H32O7
Mol. Weight
360.40
CAS #
77-94-1
Form
Liquid
State
Liquid
Functions
Film Forming
Creates a physical seal on skin to lock moisture in and keep irritants out. The "slugging" ingredient — barrier protection.
Plasticiser
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Antioxidant
Anti-Inflammatory
Creates protective layer
Adds flexibility
Dissolves other ingredients
Traditional Use
Developed as a synthetic plasticizer and solvent in the 20th century. Adopted by the cosmetics industry as a humectant and texture enhancer, particularly in nail polishes and fragrances.