Product Overview

Citric Acid Monohydrate USP Food Grade is a premium-quality, naturally occurring organic acid widely used in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications. This highly soluble crystalline compound functions as a natural preservative, pH regulator, and flavor enhancer, ensuring superior consistency and compliance with USP, FCC, and Food Grade standards.

Key Properties

• Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
• CAS Number: 5949-29-1
• UN Number: Not Classified
• Molecular Weight: 210.14 g/mol
• Specific Gravity: 1.54
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water
• pH (5% Solution): 3.0 – 3.5

Common Applications

• Food and beverage manufacturing as a natural preservative, acidity regulator, and flavor enhancer.
• Key ingredient in soft drinks, energy drinks, and fruit juices for acidity control and freshness.
• Used in pharmaceutical formulations as an excipient, acidulant, and stabilizer in medications and effervescent tablets.
• Functions as a pH adjuster in skincare products, shampoos, and bath salts to enhance stability and shelf life.
• Effective descaler and chelating agent in industrial and household cleaning applications.

Safety Precautions

Although generally recognized as safe (GRAS), proper handling procedures should be followed. Avoid direct inhalation of dust and prolonged skin contact. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and incompatible materials. Use protective gloves, safety goggles, and dust masks as needed for bulk handling. Refer to the SDS (Safety Data Sheet) for full safety details.

Benefits

Our USP Food Grade Citric Acid Monohydrate is sourced from high-purity, non-GMO fermentation processes, ensuring excellent solubility, consistent granulation, and compliance with global food safety regulations. It provides superior acidity control, enhanced stability, and reliable performance across food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications. This product comes with detailed COA (Certificate of Analysis) and SDS documentation to meet strict industry standards.