Property | Details |
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Chemical Name | Citric acid anhydrous |
Synonyms | 2 - Hydroxy - 1,2,3 - propanetricarboxylic acid anhydrous |
CAS Number | 77 - 92 - 9 |
Molar Mass | 192.12 g/mol |
Appearance | White crystalline powder or granular solid |
Density | 1.665 g/cm³ |
Melting Point | 153 °C |
Solubility | Soluble in water (163 g/100 mL at 25 °C), ethanol, and ether. |
pH (aqueous solution) | 2.2 - 2.4 (1% solution) |
- Food and Beverage Industry: It is mainly used as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, and preservative. In carbonated drinks, it provides a sharp, sour taste and helps to balance the sweetness, enhancing the overall flavor. In canned fruits and vegetables, it helps maintain the color and texture by adjusting the pH, and also inhibits the growth of microorganisms, thus prolonging the shelf life. It is also used in the production of bakery products to control the pH and improve the texture and volume of the final products.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: It is used in the pharmaceutical industry for various purposes. It can be used as an excipient in tablets and capsules to adjust the acidity and improve the solubility and stability of active ingredients. In liquid medications such as syrups, it is used as a flavoring agent and a preservative. Moreover, it is used in the production of effervescent tablets, where it reacts with a base to produce carbon dioxide gas, facilitating the dissolution of the tablet and enhancing the bioavailability of the drug.
- Cosmetics and Personal Care Products: In cosmetics, citric acid anhydrous is used to adjust the pH of products. In skincare products like facial masks and serums, it helps to optimize the pH environment for the effectiveness of other ingredients, and can also gently exfoliate the skin to improve its texture and appearance. In hair care products, it is used to remove mineral build - up from the hair and scalp, leaving the hair looking shinier and more manageable.
- Industrial Applications: In the cleaning industry, it is a key ingredient in many household and industrial cleaners. Its chelating properties allow it to bind to metal ions, making it effective in removing hard water stains and rust. In the textile industry, it is used in the dyeing process to adjust the pH and improve the color fastness of dyes. In the metal - plating industry, it is used for surface treatment to remove oxides and improve the adhesion of the plating layer. Additionally, it is used in the production of some polymers and resins to adjust the reaction conditions and improve the properties of the final products.




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