REF : CITRIC ACID MONOHYDRATE 25KG
25kg Bag / Monohydrate
MONOHYDRATE OR ANHYDROUS CITRIC ACID
Citric acid is an organic acid. It is present in large quantities in lemons, hence its name. This chemical product exists in the form of anhydrous crystals, or in monohydrate form, as a powder. The anhydrous form crystallizes in hot water, the monohydrate form crystallizes in cold water. We offer citric acid in 25 kg packaging, for professional use.
MAIN FUNCTIONS
Citric acid is a soluble chemical product with numerous uses. It is mainly used by professionals as a flavor enhancer and pH regulator. Individuals use it for making "homemade" household products.
INDUSTRIAL USE
- Safe plasticizers, with favorable toxicity profile, for plastics
- Setting retarder for cement (quick-setting)
- In the food industry: food additive (E330 number), acidifier (soda, sour candies), leavening agent in flavor composition, pH regulator
- In the pharmaceutical industry: used for the preservation of blood products (citrate binds to calcium contained in the blood)
- In the cosmetic industry: used to balance pH during product manufacturing, raw material in cosmetics
PROFESSIONAL USE
- In winemaking: iron complexing agent in white and rosé wines to delay ferric casse, and improve wine quality
- In film photography: use as stop bath
- In automotive mechanics: cleaner for cooling systems
OTHER COMMON USES
- Reduction of rust stains (see the rust treatment page for professional use)
- Descaling product for household surfaces (see the industrial descaler page for professional use)
- Fabric softener
- Artisanal salt dough
USAGE INSTRUCTIONS
Example dilution for making a "homemade" fabric softener: 25% citric acid to 75% water
For the prevention of ferric casse (in the winemaking process): comply with the maximum dosage provided by European regulations. Dissolve a maximum of 1 gram of citric acid per liter.
Other CAS:
Anhydrous citric acid: CAS 77-92-9 (EC 201-069-1)
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