Citric acid anhydrous is highly soluble in water, producing a clear, colourless solution. Its dryness makes it preferable for dry mixes like powdered beverages, effervescent tablets, and baking powders. Citric acid is an organic compound with the formula C₆H₈O₇. Citric Acid is the most important fruit acid and acid for most food flavourings.
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Product Name
Citric Acid Anhydrous
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Grades
IP, BP, USP, EP, JP, LR, FCC, Pure
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CAS No.
77-92-9
Applications |
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| Food Industry | ● It acts as a flavor enhancer. ● Imparts tangy taste to beverages, candies, and sauces. ● As a preservative, it inhibits microbial growth. |
| Pharmaceutical Industry | ● As a pH adjuster and buffering agent to maintain the stability and solubility of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs). ● It acts as a chelating agent. ● Improving the dissolution rate and palatability of tablets and powders. |
| Personal Care Industry | ● As an alpha hydroxy acid (AHA), it serves as a gentle exfoliant. ● In hair care, citric acid helps regulate scalp pH, reducing frizz and enhancing hair manageability. ● It acts as a chelating agent, binding metal ions to prevent oxidation and discoloration in products like perfumes and lotions. |
| Waste Water Treatment | ● Citric acid can be used to lower the pH of wastewater. ● Citric acid is effective in preventing the formation of scale (mineral deposits) on equipment and surfaces. ● Citric acid acts as a chelating agent, binding to and neutralizing metal ions like iron, manganese, and copper. |
Packing
- 25 kg Polyethylene bag with inner liner
Note
- Citric acid is primarily produced by fermentation of sugars using Aspergillus niger. It’s also extracted naturally from lemon juice. Also available in monohydrate form.
