Citric acid monohydrate HOC(COOH)(CH2COOH)2·H2O is a tricarboxylic acid with one water group is a colorless weak organic acid
It occurs naturally in citrus fruits
It is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical preparations due to its antioxidant properties
It maintains stability of active ingredients (preservative agent)
Uses:
Food and drink, as it is one of the stronger edible acids, it is used as a flavoring and preservative in food and beverages
Cleaning and chelating agent, as it is an excellent chelating agent,
it used to remove and discourage the buildup of limescale from boilers and evaporators
Industries:
Household chemicals, Cosmetic industry, Adhesives, oils, greases, Horticulture, Food industry, Feed industry
Properties:
CAS number 5949-29-1
WE number 611-842-9
Chemical formula C6H8O7·H2O
Molar mass 210,14 g/mol
Customs tariff code 29181400
pH 1,7 (100 g/l)
Melting / freezing point 153°C (1013 hPa)
Relative density 1,665 g/cm3 @20°C
Solubility in water 590 g/l @20°C