Citric Acid
Citric Acid
HS Code : 29181400 | CAS NO. : 77-92-9
Basic Information:
- Chemical Name: Citric Acid
- Formula: C₆H₈O₇
- Molecular Weight: 192.12 g/mol
- Appearance: White crystalline powder or colorless crystals
- Odour: Odourless
- Taste: Strong sour (acidic) taste
- Solubility: Freely soluble in water, slightly soluble in alcohol
Packing Details: • 500 g HDPE Bottle • 1 kg HDPE Bottle • 2 kg HDPE Bottle • 5 kg HDPE Jar • 10 kg HDPE Drum • 25 kg HDPE Bag / Drum • 50 kg HDPE Bag and Custom packing available on request.
Storage & Handling
- Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place
- Keep containers tightly closed to avoid moisture absorption
- Protect from humidity and direct sunlight
- Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents
- Use clean and dry equipment during handling
Safety
- Generally safe under normal use conditions
- May cause mild irritation to eyes and skin
- Avoid inhalation of dust
- Use basic protective equipment (gloves, mask)
- In case of contact, rinse with plenty of water
Industry Wise Application
Food & Beverage Industry (Preservative & Flavoring)
- Adds a sour/tart taste to soft drinks, candies, and syrups.
- Acts as a preservative (E330) to inhibit mold and bacterial growth.
- Prevents oxidation and browning in canned or fresh-cut fruits.
- Prevents sugar crystallization in caramel and candy making.
- Acts as an emulsifier to maintain stability in ice cream and cheese
House Hold Cleaning & Water Treatment
- Acts as a powerful chelating agent to break down metal buildup in hard water.
- Used in detergents to soften water.
- Used for descaling kettles, coffee machines, and removing lime scale from surfaces.
Pharmaceuticals & Dietary Supplements
- Used in effervescent tablets and powders (e.g., sodium bicarbonate + citric acid).
- Acts as an acidity regulator to balance the pH of medications.
- Used in citrate salts to provide bioavailable minerals (e.g., calcium citrate).
Cosmetics & Personal Care
- Functions as an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) in skin care for exfoliation, smoothing, and anti-aging.
- Used to adjust the pH of shampoos, lotions, and soaps.
- Used in products to prevent product spoilage
Industrial Applications
- Used in electroplating and leather tanning.
- Used in the textile industry to adjust pH
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