Food Acidity Regulators Citric Acid

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Food Acidity Regulators Citric Acid
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Food Grade Citric Acid is supplied as Citric Acid Anhydrous or Citric Acid Monohydrate for food and beverage formulations requiring acidity adjustment.
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Food Grade Citric Acid is supplied as Citric Acid Anhydrous or Citric Acid Monohydrate for food and beverage formulations requiring acidity adjustment. Both forms are available in crystalline form, with different moisture contents and particle-size ranges for formulation and processing requirements. 

 

Product Identification & Specification

 

 

Item

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Citric Acid Anhydrous

Grade

Food Grade

Food Grade

CAS No.

5949-29-1

77-92-9

HS Code

29181400

29181400

Appearance

Colorless or white crystal

Colorless or white crystal

Clarity & Colour of Solution

Pass test

Pass test

Purity

99.5–101.0%

99.5–101.0%

Moisture

7.5–8.8%

<1.0%

Sulphated Ash

≤0.05%

≤0.05%

Sulphate

≤150 ppm

≤150 ppm

Oxalic Acid

≤100 ppm

≤100 ppm

Heavy Metals

≤5 ppm

≤5 ppm

Readily Carbonisable Substances

Pass test

Pass test

Bacterial Endotoxin

≤0.5 IU/mg

≤0.5 IU/mg

Aluminium

≤0.2 ppm

≤0.2 ppm

Lead

≤0.5 ppm

≤0.5 ppm

Arsenic

≤1 ppm

≤1 ppm

Mercury

≤1 ppm

≤1 ppm

Mesh

8–80 mesh

30–100 mesh

Food Standard

FCC / E330

FCC / E330

Packaging

25 kg/bag or as requested

25 kg/bag or as requested

Shelf Life

36 months

36 months

 

Applications by Food Category

 

 

Beverage Formulation: Acts as a primary acidulant and tartness enhancer in carbonated soft drinks, juices, and powdered drink mixes.

Confectionery & Jams: Adjusts pH levels to optimize gel setting in pectin-based jams, jellies, and chewy candies while balancing sweetness.

Preservation & Canned Goods: Used for pH adjustment and acidity control in canned vegetables, sauces and other processed foods. Its chelating properties can also support product stability in selected formulations.

Dairy & Frozen Foods: Used for acidity adjustment in selected processed dairy products and frozen food formulations where controlled pH is required.

 

Anhydrous & Monohydrate Options

 

 

Anhydrous Selection: Contains less crystal water and is suitable for dry blends and formulations where lower moisture content is required.

Monohydrate Selection: Contains one molecule of crystallization water and is widely used in general food and beverage formulations.

Granulation Differences: Available particle-size ranges differ by product form and specification. Particle size can be selected according to blending, handling and dissolution requirements.

Application Matching: Selection depends on the target formulation's water activity requirements and mixing dynamics.

 

Food-Grade Standard & Market Compliance

 

 

Standards & Compliance: Product specifications can be supplied against applicable food, pharmacopoeial or customer-specific requirements. Supporting documentation, including COA, can be provided for commercial orders.

Trace Element Governance: Production protocols apply strict purification limits to prevent toxic residue accumulation, ensuring heavy metals remain safely below regulatory thresholds.

Inorganic Residue Management: Controlled calcination processes minimize mineral ash and secondary organic acid remnants, safeguarding final product clarity and taste profile.

Batch Purity Assurance: Every production run undergoes rigorous microbiological screening to guarantee biological safety and stability prior to commercial release.

 

Bulk Packaging & Export Supply

 

 

Supply Reliability: Backed by over 35 years of manufacturing and international export experience serving industrial food processing plants.

Export Packaging: Standardized 25 kg multi-layer paper or plastic woven bags protect the hygroscopic crystalline structure from atmospheric moisture during transit.

Palletization & Shipping: Containerized shipments are packed securely to withstand international freight handling and prevent bag tearing or caking.

Documentation Support: Each shipment is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing exact batch purity, moisture, and impurity metrics.

 

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FAQ

 

 

Q: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?

A: The standard MOQ is typically one pallet or one metric ton, though trial quantities can be discussed based on warehouse inventory.

Q: Can I get a product sample before placing a bulk order?

A: Yes, laboratory samples are available upon request, with express delivery arranged through the buyer's courier account.

Q: What is the lead time for bulk orders?

A: Production and dispatch generally require 10 to 15 days following order confirmation and payment clearance.

Q: What payment terms do you accept?

A: We commonly accept T/T with a deposit and balance against shipping documents, or standard letters of credit subject to order scale.

Q: Can you arrange shipment to my destination port?

A: Yes, we coordinate container shipping under standard trade terms such as FOB, CFR, or CIF depending on port availability.

Q: What customs clearance documents are included?

A: Standard export documentation includes the Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Certificate of Analysis (COA), and Bill of Lading.

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