Citric Acid
Industrial Applications
Citric Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and cleaning industries. In food and beverages, it acts as a flavor enhancer, acidulant, and preservative by lowering pH and inhibiting microbial growth. In pharmaceuticals, citric acid regulates acidity, stabilizes formulations, and functions as a chelating agent. It is also used in personal care products as a pH adjuster and exfoliant, and in cleaning agents to soften water and remove scale. Both anhydrous and monohydrate forms are employed depending on stability and handling requirements.
Physical Properties
Citric Acid Anhydrous is a white, crystalline, water-soluble powder with a slightly tart taste and no odor. Citric Acid Monohydrate is a colorless or white crystalline powder containing one water molecule per citric acid molecule, providing improved stability and easier handling. Both forms are highly soluble in water, chemically stable under normal conditions, and exhibit chelating, buffering, and mild antimicrobial properties. They are non-volatile and suitable for a wide range of industrial, pharmaceutical, and personal care applications.
Grade
- Injectable
- USP
- Ph.Eur
- IP
- BP
- Industrial
- 100%
- 30-100 Mesh
Other Names
- Citric Acid Anhydrous
- 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic Acid Anhydrous
- 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic Acid Monohydrate
- 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic Acid
- Citric Acid Dry
- Citric Acid Monohydrate
- 3-Carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic Acid
- Hydrogen Citrate
Abbreviations
- CA
- CAA
- CAM
Form
- Solid
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