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Citric acid

Synonyms: Citric acid anhydrous; 2-Hydroxy-1, 2, 3-propanetricarboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxytricarballylic acid

CAS No.: 77-92-9                            EINECS: 201-069-1

Molecular Formula:   C₆H₈O₇           Molecular Weight: 192.12

Structural Formula:

Specification:

Assay (anhydrous base)	99.5-100.5%
Residue on Ignition	0.05% max
Odor	None
Arsenic, ppm	0.5% max
Water	1 max
Heavy Metals, ppm5 max
Sulfate (SO4-2)	Passes USP/FCC Tests; No turbidity is produced

We also can provide C6H8O7, C6H8O7•H20.

Properties:

Citric acid is a weak organic acid found in citrus fruits. It is a good, natural preservative and is also used to add an acidic (sour) taste to foods and soft drinks. In biochemistry, it is important as an intermediate in the citric acid cycle and therefore occurs in the metabolism of almost all living things. It also serves as an environmentally benign cleaning agent and acts as an antioxidant.

Packing:

25kg/bag or as required.

Keywords:

Citric acid