Citric Acid Monohydrate Food Grade CAS 5949-29-1
Citric Acid Monohydrate is a widely used organic acid and food acidulant with excellent solubility and a clean, refreshing sour taste. It is commonly used in beverages, confectionery, bakery products, dairy products, sauces, and other processed foods as an acidulant, acidity regulator, flavor enhancer, and preservative aid.
Description
Citric Acid Monohydrate
| Product Name | Citric Acid Monohydrate |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic Acid Monohydrate |
| Synonyms | Citric Acid Monohydrate, Citric Acid Hydrate |
| CAS Registry Number | 5949-29-1 |
| E-Number | E330 |
| EINECS No. | 201-069-1 |
| INCI Name | Citric Acid |
| Chemical Formula | C6H8O7·H2O |
| Molecular Mass | 210.14 g/mol |
| Appearance | Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder |
| Typical Purity | 99.5% – 100.5% |
| Packaging | Paper bags, PE-lined bags, or customized packaging |
| Net Weight | 25 kg (customizable) |
Product Introduction
Citric acid monohydrate is a white crystalline organic acid containing one molecule of water of crystallization, with CAS number 5949-29-1. It dissolves readily in water and is used as an acidulant, acidity regulator and chelating agent in food and beverage formulations. It provides a clean, tart taste, balances sweetness and helps control pH. Bluewise supplies food-grade citric acid monohydrate in 25 kg bags for bulk ingredient sourcing.
Applications
- Beverages: Provides tartness and adjusts acidity in soft drinks, fruit-flavored beverages and beverage concentrates.
- Confectionery: Adds sourness and complements fruit flavors in candies, gummies and jelly sweets.
- Jams and Fruit Preparations: Helps adjust pH and supports suitable conditions for pectin gel formation.
- Sauces and Dressings: Balances acidity and flavor in sauces, salad dressings and marinades.
- Processed Foods: Binds metal ions that can contribute to oxidation, helping maintain flavor and color in suitable formulations.
