| Customization: | Available |
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| CAS No.: | 5949-29-1 |
| Formula: | C6h10o8 |
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Citric acid monohydrate is an organic compound that is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water and presents a strong sour taste. It is an important food additive, widely used in food, beverage and other industries, can be used to enhance the acidity and taste of food or drink, adjust the pH of food, prevent food spoilage and so on. In addition, citric acid monohydrate is also widely used in the manufacture of cosmetics, cleaners and other products, as an antioxidant, plasticizer, detergent and so on.
Citric acid monohydrate is widely used in the food industry, accounting for more than 75% of the production, mainly used as food acid agent, antioxidant, pH regulator, etc., used in refreshing drinks, jams, fruits and pastries and other foods. In the pharmaceutical industry, citric acid monohydrate also occupies a certain proportion, mainly used as anticoagulants, antiacid drugs, taste correction agents.
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ANALYSIS
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SPECIFICATION
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RESULTS
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Appearance
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White powder
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Complies
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Odor
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Characteristic
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Tasted
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Characteristic
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| Assay | 99% |
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Sieve Analysis
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100% pass 80 mesh
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Loss on Drying
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5% Max.
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1.02%
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Sulphated Ash
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5% Max.
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1.3%
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Extract Solvent
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Ethanol & Water
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Heavy Metal
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5ppm Max
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As
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2ppm Max
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Residual Solvents
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0.05% Max.
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Negative
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Microbiology
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Total Plate Count
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1000/g Max
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Yeast & Mold
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100/g Max
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E.Coli
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Negative
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Salmonella
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Negative
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