Citric Acid Monohydrate — E330 / CAS 5949-29-1

Description

1. Product Overview
Citric Acid Monohydrate (E330, CAS 5949-29-1) is a high-purity, organic acid widely utilized as a multifunctional acidulant, chelating agent, and pH regulator across food, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and industrial applications. It delivers strong performance in flavor enhancement, preservation, and mineral sequestration, making it a foundational ingredient in global manufacturing supply chains. Its versatility, safety profile, and biodegradability position it as a strategically important raw material in both consumer-facing and industrial formulations. This product ensures consistent quality performance, supporting scalable and compliant production processes worldwide.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Name: Citric Acid Monohydrate
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
• CAS Number: 5949-29-1
• E Number: E330
• Purity: ≥ 99.5% (food/pharma/industrial grade options available)
• Appearance: White crystalline powder
• Odor/Taste: Odorless, strongly acidic taste
• Particle Size: 8–80 mesh (customizable upon request)
• Moisture Content: 7.5% – 9.0%
• Solubility: Highly soluble in water; slightly soluble in ethanol
• Packaging: 25 kg PP/PE laminated bags; jumbo bags available for bulk supply
• Shelf Life: 24 months under cool, dry storage conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications
Citric Acid Monohydrate is extensively used across multiple high-value industries due to its acidity regulation, chelating, and stabilizing properties:

• Food & Beverage Industry: Acidulant, flavor enhancer, preservative in beverages, confectionery, and processed foods
• Pharmaceutical Industry: Excipient in effervescent tablets, pH adjuster, and stabilizer in formulations
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: pH control agent in creams, lotions, shampoos, and skin-care products
• Industrial Cleaning: Descaling agent for boilers, pipelines, and industrial equipment due to strong chelation of calcium and magnesium
• Detergents & Household Chemicals: Water softening and performance enhancement

Compared to alternative acids, citric acid offers superior biodegradability, lower toxicity, and broad formulation compatibility, making it a preferred global standard.

4. Competitive Advantages

• High Purity & Consistency: Stable crystalline structure ensuring uniform performance across batches
• Reliable Supply Chain: Scalable production capacity with secure year-round availability
• Global Compliance: Meets FCC, USP, and food-grade regulatory standards
• Cost Efficiency: Competitive pricing structure optimized for bulk industrial procurement
• Eco-Friendly Profile: Fully biodegradable and non-toxic, supporting sustainable manufacturing goals
• Technical Documentation: COA, MSDS, and full traceability documentation available for all shipments
• Application Versatility: Suitable for food, pharma, cosmetics, and industrial use, reducing sourcing complexity

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): 20 MT (bulk orders supported)
• Bulk Supply Capacity: Industrial-scale continuous supply available
• Loading Capacity: Approx. 20–25 MT per 20’ FCL container
• Packaging Format: 25 kg bags / jumbo bag options for optimized logistics efficiency
• Incoterms: Flexible (FOB, CFR, CIF available upon request)