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Citric Acid

SummenformelC6H8O7 CAS77-92-9 Molekulargewicht192.12 g/mol g/mol

Synonyme2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propane-tricarboxylic Acid

Safety & Hazards (GHS) Warning

Irritant

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Citric Acid is a weak organic acid that occurs naturally in citrus fruits. It is widely used in food, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products due to its acidity, preservative properties, and ability to chelate metal ions.

- Food & Beverage: Used as a flavor enhancer and preservative. - Pharmaceutical Industry: Found in effervescent tablets and medicinal formulations. - Cleaning Products: Effective as a natural descaler and pH adjuster. - Cosmetics & Personal Care: Used in skincare formulations and shampoos. - Industrial Applications: Chelating agent in water treatment.

Appearance	White crystalline powder
Odor	Odorless
Molecular Formula	C6H8O7
Molecular Weight	192.12 g/mol
Melting Point	153 °C
Density	1.66 g/cm³
Solubility	Highly soluble in water
pH (5% solution)	2.2
Chemical Stability	Stable under normal conditions

IUPAC Name	2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Summenformel	C6H8O7
Molekulargewicht	192.12 g/mol g/mol
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O
InChIKey	KRKNYBCHXYNGOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

H315 Causes skin irritation
H319 Causes serious eye irritation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation

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Citric Acid

Citric Acid

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