Description
Citric Acid 500gm Lab Grade Merck Emplura Citric Acid Monohydrate, Packaging Type: Plastic Jar, Made in India.
| Packaging Size | 500 g |
| Packaging Type | Plastic Jar |
| Boiling Point | 310 Degree Celsius |
| Form | Powder |
| Brand | Merck |
| Grade Standard | Industrial Grade |
| Cas Number | 5949-29-1 |
| Flash Point | 173.9 Degree Celsius Not applicable |
| Molar Mass | 210.14 g/mol |
| Formula | C6H8O7 |
| EC No | 201-069-1 |
| Grade Value | ACS, ISO, Reag. Ph Eur |
| HS Code | 2918 14 00 |
| Synonyms | 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid, Hydroxytricarballylic acid |
| Density | 1.54 g/cm3 |
A citric acid monohydrate is a form of citric acid that contains one molecule of water for each molecule of citric acid. Citric acid is a weak organic acid commonly found in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. It’s widely used in the food and beverage industry as a preservative and flavoring agent due to its sour taste and ability to act as an acidulant.
Uses of Citric Acid Monohydrate:
1. Food and Beverages: As a flavoring agent and preservative in soft drinks, candies, and other processed foods.
2. Pharmaceuticals: To adjust pH levels, enhance flavor, and stabilize active medication ingredients.
3. Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for their antioxidant properties and ability to adjust acidity.
4. Cleaning Products: An ingredient in eco-friendly cleaning agents due to its ability to dissolve limescale and other deposits.
5. Industrial Applications: Utilized in the biotechnology and chemical industries as a chelating agent to remove metals.
Properties Citric Acid 500gm:
- Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
- Appearance: White, crystalline powder
- Solubility: Highly soluble in water
- pH: Typically, it has an acidic pH (2-3 in a 5% solution)
Safety and Handling:
- Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in food and beverages.
- In large quantities, it can cause skin and eye irritation, so proper handling with protective equipment is recommended.
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