Citric acid is naturally found in citrus fruits, giving citrus fruits their tart flavour. Commercially it is produced using microbial fermentation of a carbohydrate substrate. It is the most widely used organic acid and pH-control agent in foods and beverages. Citric acid anhydrous occurs as colourless crystals or as white, crystalline powder with a strongly acidic taste. It is extremely soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol (96%) and sparingly soluble in ether.
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Product No.
1016019
Supplier
UNIVAR
CAS
77-92-9
Applications
Beverages, Brewing, Food Ingredients, Sports Nutrition, Homecare, Personal Care, Cosmetics, Chelating Agent, Pharmaceuticals