Citric Acid 500gm, Merck India

Citric Acid 500gm Lab Grade Merck Emplura Citric Acid Monohydrate, Packaging Type: Plastic Jar, Made in India.

A citric acid monohydrate is a form of citric acid that contains one molecule of water for each molecule of it. Citric acid is a weak organic acid commonly found in citrus fruits like lemons and limes. It’s widely used in the food and beverage industry as a preservative and flavoring agent due to its sour taste and ability to act as an acidulant.

General Uses:

1. Food and Beverages: As a flavoring agent and preservative in soft drinks, candies, and other processed foods.
2. Pharmaceuticals: To adjust pH levels, enhance flavor, and stabilize active medication ingredients.
3. Cosmetics: Used in skincare products for their antioxidant properties and ability to adjust acidity.
4. Cleaning Products: An ingredient in eco-friendly cleaning agents due to its ability to dissolve limescale and other deposits.
5. Industrial Applications: Utilized in the biotechnology and chemical industries as a chelating agent to remove metals.

Properties of Citric Acid 500gm:

• Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
• Appearance: White, crystalline powder
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water
• pH: Typically, it has an acidic pH (2-3 in a 5% solution)

Safety and Handling:

• Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in food and beverages.
• In large quantities, it can cause skin and eye irritation, so proper handling with protective equipment is recommended.