Citric Acid Anhydrous

Citric Acid Anhydrous by Citribel acts as an acidifier, preservative, pH regulator, buffering agent and chelating agent. It is 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid consisting of colorless crystals or a white, granular to fine powder, practically odorless with a strong acid taste.

• It provides sour taste and enhances flavor profile and can improve the performance of other functional ingredients.
• It adjusts and controls acidity and ensures stable conditions for other components.
• It binds metal ions to improve stability, prevent oxidation and discoloration.
• It enhances performance in detergents and enables descaling.
• It lowers pH to inhibit microbial growth and prevent degradation and discoloration.
• Citric Acid Anhydrous meets all requirements of the USP, FCC, Ph. Eur., JP, JECFA and the Commission regulation (EC) No 231/2012 when tested according to the latest versions of these compendia.
• It is classified as a GRAS substance following the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
• It is used in cosmetics and personal care products.
• It has a shelf life of 36 months from the date of manufacture.