Citric Acid Monohydrate

Citric Acid Monohydrate is a weak organic acid and a natural preservative. It is a crystalline compound derived from citric acid and is commonly used in various applications.

IUPAC Name: 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid monohydrate

Other Name or Common Name:Citric Acid

Appearance: Citric Acid Monohydrate appears as colorless or translucent crystals.

Chemical Formula: C6H8O7H2O

Molecular Weight:210.14 g/mol

Applications:

Food and Beverage Industry: Citric Acid Monohydrate is widely used as an acidulant and flavoring agent in the food and beverage industry. It adds a tart or sour taste to a variety of products, including soft drinks, candies, jams, jellies, and baked goods.

Pharmaceuticals: It is used in pharmaceutical formulations, including effervescent tablets and solutions, where its acidity and effervescence are beneficial.

Cosmetics and Personal Care: Citric Acid Monohydrate is used in cosmetics and personal care products as a pH adjuster, chelating agent, and exfoliant. It helps to balance the pH of skincare products and aids in the removal of dead skin cells.

Cleaning Products: It is used in cleaning products, such as descaling agents, due to its ability to dissolve mineral deposits, limescale, and rust.

Water Softening: Citric Acid Monohydrate can be used to regenerate ion-exchange resins in water softening systems, reducing the hardness of water by removing calcium and magnesium ions.

Industrial Applications: In various industrial processes, Citric Acid Monohydrate can act as a chelating agent to control metal ion content, such as in the textile and metalworking industries.

Packing Size: 25kg Packing Type: HDPE Bag