Citric acid, PurReagent >=98.0%

PurReagent


Properties

Vapour pressure 0.1 hPa ( at 25 °C)
Water Solubility 383 g/L at 25 °C
Explosion limit 8 %, 65 °F
Assay Purity >=98%
B pt. 200 °C/at 1.013 hPa (decomposition)
M pt. 153-159 °C (lit.)
Density 1.67 g/cm3 at at 20 °C
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H319,H335
Precautionary Statement  P261 - P264 - P271 - P280 - P304 + P340 + P312 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Warning
HS Code 29181400
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 11 - Combustible Solids
UN Number NA

Description

Application
Used as a food preservative and flavor enhancer. Ingredient in soft drinks and candies. Used in pharmaceuticals and vitamin preparations. Applied in cleaning products to remove stains and scale. Used in cosmetics and skincare products. Helps control pH in chemical and laboratory processes.

Purpose
It is mainly used as an acidifying preserving and chelating agent in foods medicines and industrial products.

General Description
Citric acid is a weak organic acid naturally present in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. It appears as a white crystalline powder and has a sour taste. It is highly soluble in water.