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Citric Acid

Chemical Product

Citric Acid

    Synonyms:
    2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic Acid
    Molecular Formula:
    C6H8O7
    Cas Number:
    77-92-9
    Molecular Weight:
    192.12 g/mol
    Product Description:
    Citric Acid is a weak organic acid that occurs naturally in citrus fruits. It is widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products due to its acidity, preservative properties, and ability to chelate metal ions.
    Applications:
    - Food & Beverage: Used as a flavor enhancer and preservative. - Pharmaceutical Industry: Found in effervescent tablets and medicinal formulations. - Cleaning Products: Effective as a natural descaler and pH adjuster. - Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare formulations and shampoos. - Industrial Applications: Chelating agent in water treatment.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C6H8O7
Molecular Weight 192.12 g/mol
Melting Point 153 °C
Density 1.66 g/cm³
Solubility Highly soluble in water
pH (5% solution) 2.2
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
Citric Acid is a weak organic acid that occurs naturally in citrus fruits. It is widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products due to its acidity, preservative properties, and ability to chelate metal ions.
- Food & Beverage: Used as a flavor enhancer and preservative. - Pharmaceutical Industry: Found in effervescent tablets and medicinal formulations. - Cleaning Products: Effective as a natural descaler and pH adjuster. - Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare formulations and shampoos. - Industrial Applications: Chelating agent in water treatment.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance White crystalline powder
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C6H8O7
Molecular Weight 192.12 g/mol
Melting Point 153 °C
Density 1.66 g/cm³
Solubility Highly soluble in water
pH (5% solution) 2.2
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions