Industrial Citric Acid Residue

Description

1. Product Overview

Industrial Citric Acid Residue is a fermentation-derived by-product generated during the large-scale production and crystallization of citric acid. It contains residual citric acid, organic salts, fermentation biomass, and nutrient-rich compounds that retain significant industrial utility. This material is widely utilized in animal feed additives, agricultural soil conditioning, fermentation substrates, and certain industrial processing applications where organic acid content is beneficial. Its primary value lies in delivering functional organic acid and nutrient components at a significantly lower cost than refined citric acid. In today’s circular industrial economy, Industrial Citric Acid Residue plays a strategic role by transforming a process by-product into a valuable raw material for downstream industries.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Residual Citric Acid, Calcium Citrate, Organic Salts, Fermentation Biomass, Trace Nutrients, Moisture
• Citric Acid Content: Typically 5–20% (varies by production source)
• Purity/Grade: Industrial Grade (Fermentation By-product)
• Physical Form: Semi-solid paste, slurry, or damp powder depending on processing method
• Color: Light brown to dark brown
• Odor: Mild fermentation odor
• Moisture Content: Typically 30–60% (variable depending on drying stage)
• Density: Approximately 0.8 – 1.2 g/cm³ (depending on form)
• Solubility: Partially soluble in water due to organic acid salts
• Packaging Options: Bulk sacks, lined jumbo bags (1 MT), or bulk container loading
• Shelf Life: Typically 6–12 months when stored in dry, sealed conditions

3. Core Industrial Applications

Animal Feed Industry
Used as a cost-effective acidifying and mineral supplement component in feed formulations. The presence of citrates and fermentation nutrients supports digestion efficiency and feed preservation.

Agriculture & Soil Conditioning
Applied as an organic soil amendment or nutrient carrier in agricultural inputs. The organic acid content improves nutrient availability and promotes beneficial microbial activity in soil.

Fermentation & Bioprocessing
Utilized as a carbon-rich substrate in microbial fermentation processes where organic acids and nutrients support microbial growth and metabolic activity.

Industrial Chemical Processing
Serves as a raw material source for the recovery or conversion of citrates and organic salts used in various downstream chemical applications.

Compared with refined citric acid, Industrial Citric Acid Residue offers significant cost advantages for industrial users that require functional acidity and nutrient value rather than high-purity chemical grades.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Sourced from established citric acid fermentation facilities ensuring predictable composition profiles
• Supply Reliability: Continuous production streams from large-scale citric acid manufacturing operations provide stable availability
• Logistics Capability: Available for bulk export with flexible packaging options for international industrial buyers
• Price Competitiveness: Substantially lower cost than purified citric acid, making it ideal for large-volume industrial applications
• Sustainability Benefits: Supports circular resource utilization by repurposing fermentation by-products and reducing industrial waste
• Technical Documentation: Product data sheets and safety documentation available to support procurement and compliance processes

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20 MT
• Loading Capacity: 20–25 MT per 20’ container depending on packaging format