Citric Acid Monohydrate

Citric Acid Monohydrate (C₆H₈O₇·H₂O), a versatile organic acid extensively used in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications.  It is a colorless weak organic acid. It occurs naturally in citrus fruits. Known for its safe and effective acidulating, preserving, and chelating properties, Citric Acid Monohydrate offers a natural solution for enhancing flavor, stability, and product performance.

Industrial applications of Citric Acid Monohydrate:

1. Food and beverage industry: It is used as a flavoring agent, preservative, acidulant, and pH regulator in soft drinks, fruit juices, candies, jams, and jellies.

2. Pharmaceuticals: It is commonly used in pharmaceutical formulations, Citric Acid Monohydrate acts as a pH adjuster and stabilizer in medicines, effervescent tablets, and health supplements.

3. Industrial Cleaning: It is used as an eco-friendly cleaner in detergents and metal cleaning solutions, where it effectively removes stains, limescale, and rust without harmful side effects.

4. Pharmaceutical,cosmetics & personal care products: It is used as a buffering agent, chelating agent, and pH adjuster in medications, cosmetics, skincare products, and oral care products. 

5. Cleaning and household products: It is used as a chelating agent to remove mineral deposits and stains in household cleaners, dishwasher detergents, and descaling agents. 

6. Water treatment: It is used to control pH levels and remove scale deposits in boilers and water pipes. 

7. Analytical chemistry: It is used to determine citrate-soluble P2O5. 

8. Reagent: It is used for albumin, mucin, glucose, and bile pigments. 

9. Anticoagulant: It is used to prevent clotting of blood intended for transfusion. 

10. Mordant: It is used to brighten colors. 

11. Electroplating: It is used as an ingredient in electroplating. 

12. Alkyd resins: It is used in the manufacture of alkyd resins. 

13. Plasticizer and foam inhibitor: It is used in esterified form. 

14. Sequestering agent: It is used to remove trace metals. 

Advantages of Citric Acid Monohydrate:

• Food-Grade Quality: Safe for use in food and beverages, imparting a clean, tangy taste while acting as a preservative.

• Effective Chelating Agent: Binds metal ions, improving stability in products and preventing unwanted reactions.

• Eco-Friendly: Biodegradable and derived from natural sources, supporting sustainable product formulations.

Technical Specifications:

• Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Purity: ≥99%

• Packaging: Available in bulk and customized options for safe transport and storage

Packaging: 25 Kg. Bag.

MOQ: 50 Kg.