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SODIUM CITRATE
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SODIUM CITRATE
Chemical names: Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate; Sodium Citrate Dihydrate
Chemical formula: C6H5O7Na3. 2H2O
Molecular weight: 294.10
CAS No.: 6132-04-03
Product Description
Sodium citrate is the simply sodium salt of citric acid, a weak organic acid that is naturally found in citrus fruits. Sodium citrate is produced when citric acid is crystallized with of caustic Soda. It is commonly used in foods, beverages and as a buffering and emulsifying agent.
Trisodium Citrate is a white, crystalline powder with a saline, mild tart flavor. It is mildly basic and used with citric acid to prepare compatible buffers.
Sodium Citrate is non-toxic chemical and chemically stable in ambient temperatures. It is considered as GRAS (Generally Recognized As Safe) by USFDA.
Specification:
No.
Test
Specifications
1.
Description
White Crystalline Powder
2.
Solubility
Freely soluble in water, Insoluble in alcohol
3.
Identification
Passes test
4.
Appearance of Solution
Passes test
5.
Acidity or Alkalinity
Passes test
6.
Chlorides
Not more than 100 ppm
7.
Sulphates
Not more than 150 ppm
8.
Heavy Metals
Not more than 10 ppm
9.
Arsenic
Not more than 1 ppm
10.
Oxalate
Note more than 300 ppm
11.
Readily Carbonizable Substances
Passes test
12.
Tartarate
Passes test
13.
Water
10 % - 13 %
14.
Assay
99.0 % - 100.5 %
15.
Particle Size
30-100 #
16.
pH
7.5 - 9
Package Size:
Note:
25 Kg
We also provide any specific additional test requirement by the client.
Package type:
Note:
BOPP Woven bag, Flexo printed PP Woven bag
Different package size available as per client's requirement.
Applications:
Pharmaceutical
Buffering agent
Anticoagulant
Stabilization
Emulsification
Supplements
Skin care product
Beverages
Cold drink
Flavor
pH regulator
Instant mix drinks
Concentration syrups
Food
Flavors
Dairy
Bakery
Packed ready to eat food
Snacks
Dressings, sauces
Industrial and Cleaning product
Industrial cleaners
laundry and fabric treatment
stain remover
Dish Washing Powder
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