Citric Acid Mono

Citric Acid Mono Specification

Solubility
Soluble in water

Form
Powder

Ph Level
4.5 - 5.5

Purity
99%

Refractive Rate
1.518 (approx.)

Citric Acid Mono Trade Information

Minimum Order Quantity
2500 Kilograms

Payment Terms
Cash Advance (CA)

Supply Ability
2500 Kilograms Per Day

Delivery Time
24 Hours

Sample Available
No

Sample Policy
Free samples available with shipping and taxes paid by the buyer

Packaging Details
Packaging Type: 25 kg bags made of kraft paper or laminated PP woven bags with an inner polyethylene liner 500 kg 1000 kg jumbo bags for bulk industrial shipments Custom packaging options available upon request (e.g., smaller packs for retail or laboratory use) Labeling Includes: Product name: Citric Acid Monohydrate Net weight Batch or lot number CAS Number: 5949-29-1 Grade (Food, Pharma, or Industrial) Manufacturer details Regulatory info (e.g., E-number: E330) and safety symbols Container Loading Capacity: 20-ft container: Can load approximately 20 25 metric tons Palletized and shrink-wrapped for stable transport if required Storage Instructions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area Keep packaging sealed tightly to prevent moisture absorption and caking Avoid direct sunlight and sources of heat

Main Export Market(s)
Asia

Main Domestic Market
All India

About Citric Acid Mono

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