I. Product Details
1.Chemical name: citric acid monohydrate and anhydrate
2.CAS: 77-92-9
3 chemical formula: C6H8O7
4. Appearance: white crystalline powder
5. application: Citric acid is called the first edible sour agent, and it is stipulated as an allowable acidity regulator for food. In the food industry, it is widely used as a sour agent, solubilizer, buffer, antioxidant, deodorant, chelating agent, etc.
VII. Specifications:
CITRIC ACID ANHYDROUS
ITEM | SPECIFICATION | RESULT |
Appearance | Colorless or white crystal | Colorless or white crystal |
Identification | Complies with the limit Test | Conforms |
Clarity&Colour of Solution | Pass test | Pass test |
Purity | 99.5~101.0% | 99.94% |
Moisture | < 1.0% | 0.14% |
Sulphated Ash | ≤0.05% | 0.01% |
Sulphate | ≤150ppm | <150ppm |
Oxalic acid | ≤100ppm | <100ppm |
Heavy Metals | ≤5ppm | <5ppm |
Readily Carbonisable Substance | Pass test | Pass test |
Bacterial Endotoxin | <0.5IU/mg | <0.5IU/mg |
Aluminium | ≤0.2ppm | <0.2ppm |
Lead | ≤0.5ppm | <0.5ppm |
Arsenic | ≤1ppm | < 1ppm |
Mercury | ≤1ppm | < 1ppm |
Mesh | 30-100MESH | Conforms |
Conclusion: IN CONFORMITY WITH BP/USP/FCC/E330 | ||
CITRIC ACID Monohydrate
ITEM | SPECIFICATION | RESULT |
Appearance | Colorless or white crystal | Colorless or white crystal |
Identification | Complies with the limit Test | Conforms |
Clarity&Colour of Solution | Pass test | Pass test |
Purity | 99.5~101.0% | 99.96% |
Moisture | 7.5~8.8% | 8.72% |
Sulphated Ash | ≤0.05% | 0.01% |
Sulphate | ≤150ppm | <150ppm |
Oxalic acid | ≤100ppm | <100ppm |
Heavy Metals | ≤5ppm | <5ppm |
Readily Carbonisable Substance | Pass test | Pass test |
Bacterial Endotoxin | ≤0.5IU/mg | <0.5IU/mg |
Aluminium | ≤0.2ppm | <0.2ppm |
Lead | ≤0.5ppm | <0.5ppm |
Arsenic | ≤1ppm | < 1ppm |
Mercury | ≤1ppm | < 1ppm |
III. Applications:
1. Drinks
Citric acid makes the sugar, flavor, pigment and other ingredients in the beverage blend and coordinate to form a harmonious taste and aroma, which can increase anti-microbial properties. Anti-corrosion effect.
2. Jam and jelly
Citric acid adjusts the pH of the product and imparts sour taste to the product. In the production of jam, it can improve the flavor and prevent the defects of sucrose crystallizing and sand.
3. Candy
In the production of pectin jelly, citric acid can adjust the acidity and enhance the gel strength. Anhydrous citric acid is used in chewing gum and powdered foods.
4. Frozen food
Citric acid is effective for fresh pork preservation and prevention of corruption. Citric acid can also inhibit the deterioration of the color and aroma of frozen fruits, which is also the performance of inhibiting the enzyme system in the fruit and preventing the oxidation of trace elements.
IV. FAQ
1. Can I get some free sample?
Yes, some of the products is apply for discount, but it depends on the quantity.