citric acid .

Product Description

Properties

Monohydrate:

1. Molecular Formula: C6H8O7·H2O

2. Molecular Weight: 210.14 g/mol

3. Appearance: White, crystalline powder

4. Density: 1.66 g/cm³

5. Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol

Anhydrous:

1. Molecular Formula: C6H8O7

2. Molecular Weight: 192.12 g/mol

3. Appearance: White, crystalline powder

4. Density: 1.64 g/cm³

5. Solubility: Soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol

Applications

1. Food and beverages (preservative, flavor enhancer)

2. Pharmaceuticals (excipient, stabilizer)

3. Cosmetics and skincare (pH adjuster, antioxidant)

4. Industrial cleaning (descaling, degreasing)

5. Textile and leather processing

Benefits

1. Natural and biodegradable

2. Effective preservative and acidulant

3. Chelating properties

4. Flavor enhancer and masking agent