Citric Acid

Citric Acid

CAS Number
77-92-9
Molecular Formula
C6H8O7
Purity
100%

About Citric Acid

Citric Acid (C₆H₈O₇) is a naturally occurring tricarboxylic acid found in citrus fruits, universally valued for its acidity, high solubility, and chelating properties. Citric Acid (2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic acid or E330) available in two main commercial forms: Citric Acid Monohydrate and Anhydrous Citric Ac...

Synonyms

  • citrate
  • Citreoviridin
  • Citricacid
  • Citralite
  • Renacidin

Citric Acid Specifications

CAS Number
77-92-9
Molecular Formula
C6H8O7
IUPAC NameORBotanical Name
2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Canonical SMILES
C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O
InChI Key
KRKNYBCHXYNGOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
1S/C6H8O7/c7-3(8)1-6(12,5(11)2-4(9)10)13/h3,7,12H,1-2H2,(H,9,10)(H,11,12)
EINECS Number
201-069-1
MDL Number
MFCD00004232
UNSPSC Code
12161502
eClass
32039090
NACRES
NA.21
Appearance
White crystalline powder
Water content (%w/w)
0.07%
Purity (by Assay)
100%
Readily carbonised substances
Complies
Sulphate content
0.002%
Oxalate content
0.002%
Heavy metal (as Pb)
1 ppm
Sulphated ash
0.03%
Chloride (as Cl)
< 5 ppm

Acidulant & Flavor Enhancer

Provides a sharp, tart taste in soft drinks, fruit juices, candies, and jams, balancing sweetness and enhancing overall flavor profiles

Natural Preservative

Acidic nature inhibits microbial growth, significantly extending the shelf life of various food products.

pH Adjuster & Buffer (Nutraceuticals, cosmetics, chemical manufacturing)

Crucial for maintaining stable pH levels in drug formulations, optimising stability, and efficacy. Essential for balancing the pH of creams, lotions, shampoos, and cleansers to match the skin's natural pH, ensuring product stability and skin compatibility. Used as a precise pH regulator in various chemical reactions and processes

Effervescent Agent

Reacts with bicarbonates to produce carbon dioxide, creating the fizz in effervescent tablets and powders, aiding in drug dissolution and palatability.

Chelating Agent

Bind strace metals that could otherwise catalyze degradation reactions in medicines

Antioxidant

Formulations from oxidation, maintaining product integrity.

Descaling

Effective Removal of mineral deposits (limescale, rust) from pipes, boilers, and industrial equipment due to its chelating properties.

Water Treatment

Controls pH and sequester metal ions in industrial water systems.

Medical-Grade Plastics

Blood bags: Replaces toxic DEHP in PVC bags to safely store blood and plasma Medical tubing: Flexes intravenous (IV) tubes without leaking harmful chemicals into fluids Medical gloves: Softens examination gloves to maintain high elasticity and tear resistance

  1. citrate
  2. Citreoviridin
  3. Citricacid
  4. Citralite
  5. Renacidin

Citric Acid FAQs

Minimum Order Quantity

25 kg (pilot) · 1 MT (commercial)

Lead Time

3 – 5 weeks ex-works

Incoterms

FOB · CIF

Packaging

20 L pails, 200 L HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC

Regional Availability

India · EU · Middle East · Southeast Asia

Documentation

SDS · COA · TDS available on request

Compliance & Quality

REACH registered*

GHS/SDS available

ISO 9001:2015 site*

RoHS compliant*

Global sourcing network

Consistent quality & reliability

End-to-end technical support

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