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Citric acid monohydrate

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Cat Number

CHE5949291

CAS Number

5949-29-1

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CAS Number

5949-29-1

EINECS

611-842-9

Synonyms

Citric acid hydrate 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid hydrate CITRIC ACID, MONOHYDRATE

Description

Citric Acid Monohydrate is a tricarboxylic acid found in citrus fruits. Citric acid is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical preparations due to its antioxidant properties. It maintains stability of active ingredients and is used as a preservative. It is also used as an acidulant to control pH and acts as an anticoagulant by chelating calcium in blood.

Molecular Formula

C6H8O7.H2O

Molecular Weight

210.14

Appearance

White solid

Melting Point

135 ℃

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