LEMON ACID CITRIC ACID

1. Physical and chemical properties Chemical formula: C6H8O7 Other names: lemon acid Appearance: white crystalline solid, odorless, soluble in water. CAS number: 77-92-9 Molecular mass: 192.123 g/mol. Density: 1,665 g/cm3 Melting temperature: 156 °C. Boiling temperature: 310 °C Viscosity: 6.5 cP 2. Properties of Citric Acid Citric Acid has the following outstanding properties: The chemical formula when Citric Acid is at normal temperature is C6H8O7.H2O. Citric acid has a characteristic sour taste. The melting temperature of Citric Acid is 153⁰C and the boiling temperature is 175⁰C. Citric acid is a substance that is easily soluble in water. Due to the influence of the carboxyl group (-COOH), each group can donate a proton to form citrate ion. Citrate ions can combine with metal ions to form complexes used as preservatives and water softeners 3.Uses Applications in the food industry Citric acid acts as a flavoring agent and preservative in food and beverages. Citrate salts of various metals are used to convert minerals to a usable form in many nutritional supplements. Citric acid is used to control pH in household and pharmaceutical detergents. Citric acid is also widely used in winemaking as a substitute or supplement when fruits containing little or no natural acidity are used. Citric acid is also used as the main ripening agent in the early stages of mozzarella cheese production. Application of Citric Acid in disinfection Complexing with many types has positive effects in soaps and detergents. Substitute for nitric acid in biotechnology and pharmaceutical industry for cleaning pipes. Citric acid is the active ingredient in some kitchen and bathroom cleaning solutions. Applications in beauty Citric acid is used in some shampoos to rinse hair waxes and hair dyes. Citric acid is one of the ingredients in skin care and treatment that helps brighten skin and prevent aging. Medical applications Citric acid is used as one of the active ingredients in the production of antiviral tissues. Acid Citric is used as a buffer to increase the solubility of brown heroin, reducing the possibility of transmitting AIDS and hepatitis 4.Content/dose quantity Add 0,1% – 0.3% (1 – 3g) Citric Acid to produce 01 kg of product 5. Storage Store in a dry place, away from direct sunlight.