Product
Product
Citric Acid Anhydrous
CAS No.: 77-92-9
H. S Code: 2918140000
Molecular weight: 192.12
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder.
Package: 25 KG net in composite paper-plastic bag.
Application: Citric Acid Anhydrous is widely used as flavor enhancers and preservative for beverages and food, also used in detergent production, pharmaceuticals and industrial application.
Specification: BP98 / USP24 / FCC IV / E330
| Items | Specification |
| Assay | 99.5-101.0% |
| Moisture | 1.0% max |
| Sulphate | 150ppm max |
| Oxalate | 100ppm max |
| Calcium | 200ppm max |
| Iron | 50ppm max |
| Chloride | 50ppm max |
| Sulphated ash | 0.1% max |
| Heavy metal(as Pb) | 5ppm max |
| Arsenic (As) | 1ppm max |
| Bacteria endotoxin | 0.5 IU/mg max |
1.In Food Industry:About 50% used in beverages & 20% in other food applications.
- An acidity regulator.
- A flavor enhancer and sequestering agent in processed food and beverages.
- A synergist in antioxidant mixtures.
- A natural preservative.
2. Detergents: Around 20% of global citric acid production goes in detergents applications.
3. Other Applications: About 10% of Cosmetics.
