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Citric Acid
Citric acid is a commodity chemical, and more than a million tonnes are produced every year by fermentation. It is used mainly as an acidifier, as a flavoring, and as a chelating agent. It is a natural preservative and is also used to add an acidic or sour taste to foods and drinks.Product Details |
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Formula: |
C6H8O7 |
CAS Number: |
77-92-9 |
Also Known As: |
2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid; 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid; 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid |
Structure: |
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applications:
Citric Acid has various uses related to food, cleaning agents, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, dyes, construction, and others.Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
White crystalline powders. Colorless crystal or granules |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.542 |
Grades |
Anhydrous, Monohydrate, Tech and USP |
Melting point, °C |
153 |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
192.12 |
Odor |
Odorless |
Purity, % |
≥99.5 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.493–1.509 |
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