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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.
Molar Weight | 192.123 g/mol |
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Melting Point | 153 °C |
Boiling Point | 310 °C |
Flash Point | 155 °C |
Specific Gravity | 1.66 g/cc |
Particle Size |
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