Citric Acid
Product Number
CAS No. 77-92-9
Description
Citric acid is a weak organic acid that is widely used as an acidifier, in flavoring, and as a chelating agent.
Packaging Options: Citric acid is typically available in drums, totes or bulk. Please contact us for specific packaging information.
Applications
Citric acid is a weak organic acid that is widely used as an acidifier, in flavoring, and as a chelating agent. The majority of citric acid is consumed as a food additive, whether as an acidifier or as flavoring. It is also an excellent cleaner, especially for removing limescale, due to its chelating abilities.
Compatibilities
Citric acid can be abrasive and corrosive, and is incompatible with bases, peroxides, cast iron, nylon, and some plastics. Aqueous solutions have corrosive effects on metals including carbon steels, 304 stainless steel, zinc, copper, aluminium and nickel alloys. Please see SDS for full safety and compatibility information
Variants
| Product Name | Product Number | Description | |
|---|---|---|---|
25% Citric Acid, Food Grade | AC0244 | Citric Acid 25% FG is a Kosher-certified slightly yellow liquid solution of FCC anhydrous citric acid. | Request a Quote |
50% Citric Acid, Food Grade | AC5095 | Citric Acid 50% FG is a clear, slightly yellow, liquid solution of citric acid that meets Food Grade requirements. | Request a Quote |
50% Citric Acid, Tech Grade | AC5097 | Citric Acid 50% Solution Tech is a 50% by weight solution of citric acid. It may be used as a water conditioning agent, detergent builder, acid descaler, mordant, and metal polisher. | Request a Quote |
Anhydrous Citric Acid, FCC (Granular) | AC5181 | Anhydrous citric acid granules meeting FCC guidelines. | Request a Quote |
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