Citric Acid
As one of the stronger edible acids, the dominant use of citric acid is as a flavouring agent and preservative in food and beverages, especially soft drinks and candies. Citric acid is also useful in improving the effectiveness of soaps and laundry detergents for the cleaning industry.
- Synonyms
- 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, 2 - Hydroxy - 1, 2, 3, - Propanetricarboxylic Acid, Citric Acid Anhydrous, E 330
- Chemical Formula
- C6H807
- CAS Number
- 77-92-9
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 192.123 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 153 °C
- Boiling Point
- 310 °C
- Flash Point
- 155 °C
- Density
- 1.66 g/cc
- Forms
- White, Crystalline
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Buffer agent
- Food and Nutrition
- Cleaning products
- Preservative
- Flavouring agent
- Oil and Gas
- Textile handling
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cosmetic products
- Soaps and detergents
- Dietary supplements
Industries
- Oil & Gas
- Pharmaceuticals
- Cleaning
- Coatings & Construction
- Cosmetics
- Food & Nutrition
- Water Treatment
- Animal Nutrition
- Lubricants
- Agrobusiness