Premium Citric Acid Monohydrate for Food and Beverage Applications

• Customization: Available
• CAS No.: 5949 - 29 - 1
• Formula: C6h10o8
• Model NO.: Food Grade Citric Acid Monohydrate
• Certification: BRC, ISO, FDA, HACCP
• Packaging Material: Plastic
• Storage Method: Normal
• Shelf Life: 24months
• Resource: Natural
• Chemical Properties: Citric Acid Monohydrate Is a Hydrated Form of Citr
• Appearance: Colorless or White Crystalline Powder
• Uses: Acidulant and Preservative
• Solubility: Highly Soluble in Water
• Safety: Safe
• Transport Package: Plastic
• Specification: 25kg/50kg
• Trademark: //
• Origin: China
• Production Capacity: 50000

Product Description

Product Description

 

Detailed Product Information of Citric Acid Monohydrate

1. Basic Information
   • Chemical Name: Citric acid monohydrate
   • English Name: citric acid monohydrate
   • English Aliases: citric acid monohydrate bp, citric acid free acid monohydrate*crystalline, etc.
   • CAS Number: 5949 - 29 - 1
   • Molecular Formula: C6H10O8
   • Molecular Weight: 210.14
2. Physical Properties
   • Appearance: Exhibits as colorless crystals or a white crystalline powder, boasting purity and elegance.
   • Odor: Completely odorless, ensuring no interference with product aromas.
   • Melting Point: A stable range of 135 - 152°C.
   • Boiling Point: Decomposes around 56°C.
   • Flash Point: Critical at 173.9°C.
   • Density: A density of 1.54 g/cm³ reflects its solid form.
   • Solubility: Dissolves effortlessly in water and ethanol, providing an acidic aqueous solution; remains insoluble in benzene and slightly soluble in chloroform.
   • Deliquescence: Demonstrates deliquescence when exposed to humid air conditions.
3. Chemical Properties
   • Acidity: Possesses strong organic acidity, capable of neutralization with bases for diverse applications.
   • Stability: Maintains stability under normal conditions, though may react at elevated temperatures or with specific substances, ensuring versatile utility.
   • Reactivity: Capable of forming complexes with metal ions, such as creating calcium citrate with calcium ions, highlighting its adaptability.
4. Production Methods
   • Crafted primarily through fermentation of alkanes or sugars, followed by crystallization and separation to produce citric acid monohydrate of the highest quality.
5. Applications
   • Food Industry: Integral as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, preservative, and freshness preserver in beverages, candies, dairy, canned goods, jams, pastries, and frozen delights; also crucial for pH adjustment, maintaining color, flavor, and texture.
   • Chemical Industry: Utilized in producing various citrate compounds like triethyl citrate for plasticization; also serves as a cleaning and surface-treatment agent in metal cleaning and electroplating.
   • Cosmetics Industry: Employed in cosmetics such as shampoos, body washes, and skincare products as an antioxidant and pH regulator, ensuring optimal product performance.
   • Pharmaceutical Industry: Key in formulating pharmaceuticals like effervescent tablets and oral solutions; functions as an excipient in certain drugs to optimize taste and stability.
6. Safety
   • Health Hazards: This product may cause irritation, especially in industrial environments. Direct contact could potentially lead to eczema, highlighting the importance of handling it with care and caution.
   • Combustion and Explosion Hazards: As a combustible and irritant material, the powder form of this product can create an explosive mixture when suspended in the air. Exposure to open flames, elevated temperatures, or oxidizing agents enhances the risk of combustion and explosion. To ensure safety, it's essential to employ protective gear such as gloves and goggles during use.
7. Storage Conditions
   • For optimal safety and longevity, store this product in a sealed container away from direct light. Ensure that it is placed in a well-ventilated area, maintaining a cool and dry environment at room temperature.

 

 

 

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