Citric acid monohydrate NEW

Citric acid monohydrate Cas 5949-29-1

Product Description

Product Name: Citric acid monohydrate

Synonyms:  2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylicacidhydrate

CAS No. 5949-29-1

M.F.: C6H10O8

M.W.: 210.1388

EINECS: 200-662-2

Specifications

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Citric acid monohydrate is the most common form of citric acid found and used commercially. It is a weak organic acid that occurs naturally in citrus fruits like lemons and limes, but the industrial version is typically produced through the microbial fermentation of sugars.

The key term "monohydrate" means that for every molecule of citric acid, it has one molecule of water (H₂O) attached to its crystal structure. This water is not merely a mixture; it is an integral part of the crystalline form.

Key Characteristics

• Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇ · H₂O (Often written as C₆H₈O₇ for simplicity, but the water content is crucial for its physical properties).

  Appearance: Colorless, odorless crystals or a white, crystalline powder.

  Taste: It has a strongly sour and acidic taste.

  Solubility: Highly soluble in water.

How is it Different from Anhydrous Citric Acid?

The other main form is anhydrous citric acid ("anhydrous" means "without water").

• Citric Acid Monohydrate: Contains about 7.5-9% water by weight. It crystallizes from a cold water solution.

  Anhydrous Citric Acid: Contains no water of crystallization. It is produced by heating the monohydrate form to above 36.5°C, which drives off the water molecule.

The choice between the two forms often depends on the manufacturing process. The monohydrate form is more stable under typical storage conditions and is perfectly suitable for most applications where water content is not a critical issue.

Common Uses and Applications

Citric acid monohydrate is an extremely versatile compound with a wide range of uses, primarily driven by its properties as an acidulant, chelator, and preservative.

1. Food and Beverage Industry (as E330):

• Acidulant: Provides a sharp, sour taste to soft drinks, candies, and jams.

  Preservative: Its low pH creates an environment where harmful bacteria and molds struggle to grow.

  Antioxidant: Helps prevent the browning and spoilage of fruits and vegetables.

  Flavor Enhancer: Balances sweetness and enhances fruit flavors.

2. Cleaning Products:

• Descaling Agent: Effectively removes limescale from kettles, coffee makers, and boilers because it chelates (binds to) the calcium and magnesium ions in hard water.

  Chelating Agent: Used in detergents and soaps to soften water and improve cleaning efficiency.

3. Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics:

• Effervescent Agent: Used in powders and tablets (like Alka-Seltzer) to create fizz when mixed with water.

  pH Adjuster: Added to creams, gels, and lotions to ensure they are at the correct, skin-friendly pH.

  Antioxidant: Stabilizes active ingredients in medicines and cosmetics.

4. Other Uses: Water softening, photography, and as a reagent in chemical laboratories.

In summary, citric acid monohydrate is the hydrated crystalline form of a natural acid, prized for its sour taste, preservative qualities, and ability to bind to minerals, making it a ubiquitous ingredient in our food, homes, and personal care products.

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5.What's your MOQ?

Different products have different MOQ, such as:

1).Peptide products, the MOQ is 1 gram level

2).Liquid products, the MOQ is usually 50-100ML

3).API,  the MOQ is 1KG

4).Intermediate products and conventional product, the MOQ is 1KG; custom-tailored products, the MOQ depends on the production process.

5).Food additives and vitamin, the MOQ is usually one package: such as Vitamin C is 25KG / drum, Vitamin E oil or Vitamin A oil  is 5KG/bag;Vitamin E powder or Vitamin A powder is 20KG / cartons.

6).Agrochemical , the MOQ is 1KG, except preparations.

6.How do we take the quality complaint ?

First of all, our quality control will reduce the quality issue to near zero. If there is a quality problem caused by us, we will send you free goods for replacement or compensate your loss.

Company Information

Company profile

Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co.,Ltd established in 2006, is a big integrative chemical enterprise being engaged in Pharmaceutical & its intermediates, Food/Feed additives, Fine chemicals in distributing the products of our own company and affiliated enterprises, are the members of Hubei E-commerce Chamber.

Our company has professional persons who major in chemical R&D and sicentific management, supply fine chemical products with high quality and close service, also supply custom-tailored products according to our clients’ requirement.

We have a positive and self-motivated management work team with a common philosophy, caring and commitment through teamwork, our team strive to achieve success in delighting our clients and ourselves. 

Since Wuhan Fortuna Chemical Co., Ltd founded, we continuously innovate our products and improve our service, sales network. Hence, we initiate the first sale mode on net in China, which is the retail trade of small package bring along wholesale of diversified management modes. Our products are exported widely to South Korea, Vietnam, Australia, Europe and South America, highly recommended by our clients.

We insist on the management creed “Market is our compass, Quality is our life, Credit is our soul”. Clients’ trust is our forward powder, their satisfaction is our struggling goal.

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