Citric Acid Monohydrate (CAS 5949-29-1) – Natural Acidity Regulator for Food and Industry

🧪 CAS Number: 5949-29-1

🌟 Product Description

Citric acid monohydrate is a white crystalline organic acid with a slightly sour taste, naturally occurring in citrus fruits. It is widely used in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and cleaning industries. It functions as an acidity regulator, preservative, chelating agent, and pH stabilizer.

🏭 Applications

🥤 Acidity regulator in food and beverages

💊 Excipient in pharmaceutical formulations

🧴 Stabilizer in cosmetic products

🧪 Chelating agent in cleaning products

🌱 Nutrient additive in agriculture

📊 Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance: White crystalline powder

Odor: Odorless

Formula: C6H8O7·H2O

Molecular Weight: 210.14 g/mol

Melting Point: 135 – 152 °C

Solubility: Highly soluble in water

pH (1% solution): ~2.2

⚠️ Storage & Safety

Store in a cool, dry, and moisture-protected environment. Keep in original packaging. Avoid direct contact with eyes and skin.

🔑 Keywords

citric acid monohydrate, sitrik asit monohidrat, CAS 5949-29-1, food additive, acidity regulator, chelating agent

📛 Other Names

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic acid monohydrate