Product Introduction

Citric Acid Monohydrate is an organic acid widely used as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, preservative, and pH regulator. It is produced through microbial fermentation and crystallization, offering high purity, excellent solubility, and stable chemical properties.

Thanks to its safety, versatility, and cost-effectiveness, citric acid monohydrate is extensively applied in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and industrial formulations.

Product Advantages

High purity and stable quality
Excellent water solubility
Mild acidic taste, good flavor enhancement
Effective pH control and chelating ability
Suitable for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial applications
Reliable supply for bulk orders and export markets

Manufacturing Process

Citric Acid Monohydrate is produced via advanced microbial fermentation using carbohydrate raw materials, followed by purification, concentration, crystallization, and drying.

This process ensures:

Consistent crystal structure
Low impurity levels
High product stability
Compliance with international quality standards

Applications

Food & Beverage Industry

Soft drinks and fruit juices
Candy, confectionery, and bakery products
Dairy products and ice cream
Jam, jelly, and processed foods
Flavor and seasoning blends

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical

Effervescent tablets and granules
Syrups and oral solutions
Vitamin and mineral formulations
Buffering and stabilizing agent

Industrial Applications

Detergents and cleaners
Metal surface treatment
Water treatment
Cosmetics and personal care products

Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

Parameter	Specification
Product Name	Citric Acid Monohydrate
Chemical Formula	C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
Molecular Weight	210.14
Appearance	White crystalline powder or granules
Assay	99.5% – 100.5%
Moisture	7.5% – 8.8%
Sulfated Ash	≤ 0.1%
Heavy Metals (Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Oxalate	≤ 100 ppm
Chloride	≤ 50 ppm
Sulfate	≤ 150 ppm
Grade	Food Grade / Pharma Grade / Industrial Grade
CAS No.	5949-29-1