Food Grade Citric Acid Monohydrate

Product Description

Product Description

Citric Acid Anhydrous

CAS No.: 5949-29-1
HS Code: 2918140000
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder.

Shelf Life: 24 months
Application: Citric acid is mainly used as an acidulant, flavoring agent, preservative, and antistaling agent in the food and beverage industry; as a retarder in construction materials, such as concrete, grout, plaster, wall putty; and as an antioxidant, plasticizer, and detergent in the chemical, cosmetic, and cleaning industries.

Food & Beverage

Industrial & Household Cleaning

Construction Industry Retarder

Citric acid is a vital ingredient in food and beverages, serving as an acidulant, preservative, and flavor enhancer. It adds tartness to drinks and sweets, extends shelf life by preventing spoilage, and balances acidity in sauces and marinades for consistent taste.

As a powerful chelating agent, citric acid effectively removes limescale, rust, and mineral deposits in cleaning products. It softens water in detergents and serves as an eco-friendly alternative in sustainable cleaning formulations for industrial and home use.

Citric acid serves as an economical retarder in cement-based materials (concrete, grouts) and gypsum-based products (plasters, joint compounds). By delaying hydration in cement or crystal growth in gypsum, it extends workability for smooth application while preventing premature hardening in mortars, renders, and finishing compounds.

Specification

Items	Citric Acid Monohydrate
Characters	White or almost white, crystalline powder, colourless crystals or granules. Odorless with strongly acid taste, efflorescent in dry air
Solubility	Very soluble in water, freely soluble in ethanol
Assay (%)	99.5~100.5
Water (%)	7.5-9.0
Readily Carbonisable Substances	≤0.5
Sulphated Ash (residue on ignition, %)	≤0.05
Sulfate (ppm)	≤150
Oxalate (ppm)	≤100
Lead (ppm)	≤0.5
Arsenic (ppm)	≤1.0
Mercury (ppm)	≤1.0
Aluminium (ppm)	≤0.2
Heavy Metals (ppm)	≤5.0
Bacterial Endotoxins	<0.5
Conclusion:	The product is in conformity with BP/USP/FCC/E330

Packing & Delivery

Packing

Package: 25 KG net in composite paper-plastic bag.
Loading Quantity: 22mt/20'FCL, packages with pallets; or 25mt/20'FCL, packages without pallet.

Delivery

Delivery Options: express, highway, rail and sea freight.
We optimize the shipping method for every order to achieve the best balance of cost and transit time.

Storage

It should be stored in its sealed original package, keep cool and dry, avoid humidity.

FAQ

Q1: How can I get a quick quotations?

We can provide a quotation within 8 hours if you provide:

1. Product name

2. Application details

3. Purchase quantity

Q2: What is the MOQ for a trial order?

We have no minimum order quantity (MOQ). You may order any quantity as your needs, we will provide our best pricing based on your requested volume.

Q3: Can I test samples before placing an order?

A: Yes. We encourage customers to test samples and confirm satisfaction before proceeding with full orders. Contact us to request samples.

Q4: Do you offer customized packaging and labeling?

A: Yes, we offer custom packaging and labeling solutions. Please specify your requirements when placing your order.

Q5: What is your typical lead time for orders?

A: For orders under 50 tons, we ensure delivery within 7-15 workdays after order confirmation. Lead times for larger volumes can be discussed upon inquiry.