Citric Acid (50%)
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
- Forms
- Liquid
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Household industrial
- Cosmetic products
- Dietary supplements
- Buffer agent
- Food and Nutrition
- Water treatment
- Cleaning products
- Preservative
- Pharmaceuticals
- Lubricants
- Institutional cleaning
- Hard surface cleaning
- Soaps and detergents
- Beauty products
Industries
- Agriculture
- Animal Nutrition
- Food & Nutrition
- Water Treatment
- Beauty & Personal Care
- CASE & Construction
- Cleaning
- Pharma
- Energy Services