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Acetyl Tributyl Citrate
A synthetic plasticizer commonly used in food contact materials, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals to improve flexibility. Considered safe for use in food packaging by FDA but not intended for direct ingestion. In cosmetics, generally recognized as safe at low concentrations.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Dec 26, 2025
Health score-1.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Potential for mild skin irritation, inhalation exposure concerns in industrial settings, not approved as direct food additive
Benefits
Used as a non-toxic plasticizer alternative to phthalates in food contact and cosmetic products