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Food-Grade Citric Acid Monohydrate (CAS No.: 5949-29-1, E Number: E330) serves as a foundational ingredient for global food, beverage, and industrial manufacturing. Derived through advanced microbial fermentation of renewable raw materials, such as corn starch and sugarcane, it presents as a highly consistent, white, odorless crystalline powder with a characteristic, refreshing tart taste.
For procurement managers and formulation specialists, consistency is critical. This product guarantees a strict purity range of 99.5%–100.5%, meeting the most rigorous food-grade standards available. Furthermore, the moisture content is precisely controlled between 7.5%–9.0%. This accurate moisture management ensures excellent flowability during large-scale production, minimizing the risk of caking in storage and handling.
To support global market access and regulatory alignment, this acidulant fully complies with major international frameworks, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex), USP (United States Pharmacopeia), and China’s GB 1886.235. Its exceptional purity and reliable chemical profile make it the primary edible acidulant of choice for manufacturers seeking mild acidity, formulation safety, and clean-label compatibility.
Citric Acid Monohydrate is highly versatile, offering functional benefits across multiple processing sectors. Its reliable performance helps manufacturers standardize production batches, optimize product quality, and meet specific formulation requirements.
In the formulation of carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, and sports beverages, this acidulant is typically added at a precise dosage of 0.1%–0.5%. In citrus-flavored sodas, it effectively balances the heavy sweetness of high-fructose corn syrup, delivering a crisp and refreshing flavor profile. For isotonic and sports drinks, it plays a vital role in aiding electrolyte absorption while maintaining a stable pH, which is essential for liquid shelf stability.
Texture and structural integrity are paramount in confectionery manufacturing. In pectin-based jellies and gummy candies, the acid cross-links with pectin molecules to significantly improve gel strength and chewiness. For hard candies and lollipops, it prevents sucrose crystallization during the rapid cooling phase, ensuring a smooth, clear finish and a consistent mouthfeel without graininess.
When processing canned fruits such as peaches, pineapples, and apricots, maintaining visual appeal is a primary concern. This product acts as a highly effective oxygen scavenger. By slowing down enzymatic oxidation and browning, it maintains the firm texture and bright, natural color of the produce. This functional advantage allows food processors to reduce their reliance on synthetic colorants, appealing to health-conscious consumers and meeting strict clean-label demands.
In dairy applications, precise acidity control is required for product stability. It is widely utilized in cheese production to coagulate milk proteins efficiently, serving as an excellent vegetarian-friendly alternative to traditional animal rennet. Additionally, in the production of sour cream and yogurt, it standardizes acidity levels across different batches, ensuring a uniform flavor profile and preventing unwanted variations during fermentation.
| Attribute | Detail |
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| Name | Citric Acid Monohydrate / Anhydrous |
| Ingredient | Citric Acid |
| Specification | 25kg |
| Capacity | 25 kg |
| Place Of Production | Guangzhou, China |
| Shelf Life | 2 years |
| Storage Conditions | Store in a cool, dry place |
Our food-grade citric acid is securely packed in standard 25 kg bags, specifically designed to maintain product integrity and prevent moisture absorption during transit. The durable packaging ensures compliance with standard shipping requirements, making it highly suitable for bulk handling, palletizing, and long-term storage under the recommended cool and dry conditions.
We provide flexible and reliable logistics solutions tailored to support your procurement schedule. Orders are dispatched efficiently from our facility in Guangzhou, China, utilizing standardized loading procedures to minimize any risk of damage during transportation. Whether for regional distribution or international shipping, our logistics network is configured to ensure safe and timely delivery.
To facilitate a smooth procurement process, we support a variety of secure and standard payment methods adapted to typical trade requirements. Our transaction procedures are structured to provide clarity, reliability, and efficiency, helping you manage bulk orders with confidence while reducing purchasing risks.
When selecting food-grade citric acid for beverage production, manufacturers require a reliable ingredient that ensures consistent flavor, stability, and safety. Our food-grade citric acid is specifically processed to meet the rigorous demands of the global beverage industry, offering distinct functional benefits and backed by a dependable supply chain. These core advantages are designed to help procurement teams reduce formulation risks and optimize production efficiency.
Derived from natural sources, our citric acid serves as an effective acidulant, delivering a clean and tart flavor profile that balances sweetness in soft drinks, juices, and energy beverages. It effectively maintains a stable pH regulation range of 3.5–5.0, which is critical for optimizing the taste and structural integrity of liquid formulations. This precise control helps beverage developers achieve the exact sensory experience required for their target market without introducing synthetic aftertastes, ensuring batch-to-batch flavor consistency that builds consumer brand loyalty.
Product stability over time is a major concern for beverage distributors and retailers. By lowering the pH of the beverage matrix, our citric acid creates an acidic environment that inhibits the growth of spoilage microorganisms. Extensive testing and client feedback indicate that incorporating our citric acid can reduce the spoilage rate by up to 40%. This significant enhancement in preservation not only extends the shelf life of the final product but also minimizes financial losses associated with expired or degraded inventory during long-distance distribution.
In addition to flavor and preservation, our food-grade citric acid acts as a highly efficient chelating agent. It binds with trace metal ions present in water or other raw materials, preventing them from catalyzing oxidation reactions. This chelating action protects the color, flavor, and nutritional compounds (such as Vitamin C) in beverages. By preventing discoloration and flavor degradation, it ensures the product remains visually appealing and nutritionally intact throughout its entire distribution cycle.
We understand that international beverage brands require strict adherence to food safety and religious dietary standards to access diverse markets. Our production facilities and processes are fully certified to meet global compliance requirements. We proudly hold Halal (JAKIM) and Kosher (OU) certifications, ensuring our citric acid is suitable for consumer markets worldwide. Furthermore, our manufacturing operations are governed by ISO 9001 quality management systems, guaranteeing rigorous quality control, and full traceability from raw material sourcing to final delivery. This comprehensive compliance helps procurement managers simplify supplier audits and accelerate customs clearance.
As a trusted partner in the food and beverage ingredient sector, we pride ourselves on our advanced manufacturing capabilities, dedicated professional teams, and expansive global reach. Our commitment to a reliable supply is reflected in our modern factory, continuous participation in international exhibitions, and long-standing relationships with cooperative customers globally. Below is a visual overview of our corporate infrastructure, quality control facilities, and the trusted partnerships we have built over the years, providing strong backing for your procurement decisions.
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To maintain maximum purity and effectiveness, it is highly recommended to store the citric acid in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated environment. The optimal storage temperature is between 15°C and 25°C, with a relative humidity level of ≤ 60%. Under these proper storage conditions, the product has a guaranteed shelf life of 24 months from the date of manufacturing, ensuring long-term stability for your production and inventory needs.
Yes, our food-grade citric acid strictly complies with international food safety regulations and fully meets the WHO ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake) standards. We implement rigorous quality control protocols to ensure heavy metals are kept to an absolute minimum. Specifically, total heavy metals are controlled at ≤ 5 ppm, with lead (Pb) levels at ≤ 0.5 ppm and arsenic (As) levels at ≤ 0.1 ppm. These strict purity parameters make it highly safe and reliable for sensitive formulations, including infant and baby food.
Absolutely. While formulated primarily to meet strict food-grade standards, its exceptional purity makes it highly effective for various non-food applications. It is frequently utilized in the pharmaceutical industry as a reliable excipient, in cosmetics formulation for precise pH adjustment, and as a highly efficient, eco-friendly chelating and descaling agent in industrial and household cleaning products.
