Citric acid
| Product Name | Citric acid |
| Synonyms | 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid; Citric acid, anhydrous; 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2 hydroxy-; Citric acid anhydrous; Citric acid anhydride; 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate; Anhydrous Citric Acid |
| CAS RN | 77-92-9 |
| EINECS | 201-069-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O7 |
| Molecular Weight | 192.122 |
| Use | Used as an experimental reagent, chromatographic analysis reagent and biochemical reagent, and is also used for the preparation of buffer solutions. It is used in the food industry, especially as an acidifier, PH buffer, and together with other compounds, as a preservative. In the detergent industry, it is an ideal substitute for phosphate. Boiler chemical cleaning acid cleaning agent, boiler chemical cleaning rinse cleaning agent. It is mainly used as an acidulant for food, and is also used in the preparation of pharmaceutical coolants and detergents. |
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