Citric Acid Mono

Product Description

Citric Acid Monohydrate is a naturally occurring, weak organic acid that appears as a colorless or white crystalline powder. With the chemical formula CHOHO, it is the monohydrate form of citric acid and contains one molecule of water per molecule of citric acid. It is widely used in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications due to its sour taste, chelating properties, and acidity regulation.

Chemical Properties:

• Chemical Name: Citric Acid Monohydrate

• Molecular Formula: CHOHO

• Molecular Weight: 210.14 g/mol

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Solubility: Freely soluble in water and alcohol

• pH (1% solution): ~2.2

• CAS Number: 5949-29-1

Applications:

• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as an acidulant, preservative, and flavor enhancer (E330)

• Pharmaceuticals: Acts as a stabilizer, pH adjuster, and effervescent component

• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in formulations for pH control and mild exfoliation

• Industrial: Chelating agent in cleaning products, detergents, and water treatment

• Laboratory: Buffering and pH control in biochemical and chemical processes

Key Features:

• Safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable

• High solubility and excellent acidity control

• Acts as a preservative and antioxidant synergist

• Approved for use in food, pharma, and cosmetics

Safety & Handling:

• Mild irritant to skin and eyes in concentrated form

• Use standard PPE when handling bulk powder

• Store in a cool, dry place, sealed tightly to avoid moisture uptake