Citric Acid, Anhydrous USP
CAS# 77-92-9
Property
- Appearance
- Identification
- Assay
- Water
- Clarity of Solution
- Color of Solution
- Readily Carbonizable Substances
- Oxalate
- Sulfate
- Lead
- Heavy Metals
Unit
- %
- %
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
- ppm
Specification
- White Crystalline Powder or Granules
- Passes Test
- 99.5 Minimum
- 0.5 Maximum
- Passes Test
- Passes Test
- Passes Test
- 350 Maximum
- 150 Maximum
- 0.5 Maximum
- 5 Maximum
Application
Citric Acid Anhydrous is a colorless or white crystalline powder widely used across multiple industries. In the food and beverage sector, it serves as an acidulating agent, flavoring, and natural preservative, contributing a sour taste and extending shelf life. In cleaners, it functions as an excellent chelating agent for removing limescale and softening water in soaps and detergents. Citric acid is also used as a pH adjuster in pharmaceuticals and cosmetics. Additional applications include its use as an antioxidant, plasticizer, and detergent builder.
Grades Available
USP, FCC/Food Grade
Packaging
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Synonyms
2-Hydroxy-1,2,3 Propanetricarboxylic Acid Solution
Molecular Formula
C6H8O7
Market Segment
Food, Beverage, Cosmetic, Personal Care, Oil Well, Adhesives, Cement, Pharmaceuticals
Product Uses
Animal Feed, Antioxidant, Body Wash, Candy, Conditioners, Cheese, Chelating Agent, Concrete, Flavors, Nail Polish, Oil Well Cementing, Oil Well Acidizing, Ointments, Pet Food, pH Control, Plaster, Preservative, Skin Care, Acidulant, Adhesives & Cements, Alkyd Resins, Anti Ageing Creams & Lotions, Buffer, Concrete Set Time Retarder, Detergents, Facial Cleansers, Fertilizer, Hair Care Products, Liquid Hand Soaps, Moisturizing Creams and Lotions, Oil Field Service Chemicals, Oil Well Cementing Set Time Retarder, Phosphate Alternative, Plaster Set Retarder, Refractories, Sequesterant, Shampoo, Shower Gels, Textile Finishes, Water Conditioner