Description

Information
Industries: Household chemicals, Cosmetic industry, Adhesives, oils, greases, Horticulture, Pharmaceutical industry, Food industry
CAS number: 77-92-9
WE number: 201-069-1
Chemical formula: C6H8O7
Molar mass: 192,12 g/mol
Customs tariff code: 29181400

Other physical properties
pH: 1,7 (100 g/l)
Melting / freezing point: 153°C (1013 hPa)
Relative density: 1,665 g/cm3 (20°C)
Solubility in water: 590 g/l (20°C)

Citric acid (E330) is a chemically soluble, colorless, crystalline, environmentally friendly substance that is chemically soluble in water. When dissolved in water, citric acid creates a moderately acidic environment, which inhibits the development of many microbes and has a cleansing and descaling effect.

Applications: In the household, citric acid is an effective descaler, used in medicine as well as in environmentally friendly detergents, adds washing activity and decomposes. Used as a water softener, a 6% solution effectively removes soap and limescale from the bathroom, rinsing the surfaces later. Not suitable for acid-sensitive surfaces. Citric acid is a well-known food supplement and preservative.