Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate

Descriptions:

• Trisodium citrate dihydrate is a tribasic salt of citric acid. It is produced by the complete neutralization of citric acid with high-purity sodium hydroxide or carbonate and subsequent crystallization. Trisodium citrate dihydrate is widely used in foods, beverages, and various technical applications mainly as buffering, sequestering, or emulsifying agent.
• CAS NO.: 6132-04-3
• EINECS/ ELINCS NO.: 200-675-3
• E Code: E331(iii)
• Molecular Formula: C6H5O7Na3·2H2O
• Molecular Weight: 294.10

Specification:

• Food grade, BP2014, USP37
• Characters: Crystalline white powder or colorless crystals
• Purity: 99.0-101.0%.
• Loss on drying: 10.0-13.0%.
• Solubility: Free soluble in water, practically insoluble in ethanol (96 percent)
• Particle size: 12-40 mesh or 40-100 mesh or 30-100 mesh or 30-80 mesh or 40-80 mesh or 20-100 mesh
• Shelf life: 24 months.

Applications:

• Trisodium citrate dihydrate is widely used in foods, beverages, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and personal care products as:
  pH regulator
  Chelating agent
  Buffering agent
  Flavor enhancer
  Stabiliser
  Emulsifying agent
• Food:
  Trisodium Citrate is found in carbonated beverages, dairy products, confectionery, prepared foods, canned meats and vegetables, margarine, mustard, sauces, mayonnaise, spices, jams, and much more.
  – An acidity regulator: maintain the proper pH of the product. It is found in sodas, especially those with lemon flavor, energy drinks, desserts or jams.
  – A sequestering agent: binds metal ions, called chelates. Thanks to this, the consumer is protected from the harmful effects of heavy metals in foods.
  – An emulsifier: prevents the separation of fats. Application in cheese, make cheese not become greasy after melting.
  – A preservative: protects the fats in the product from oxidation and rancidity, and prevents color changes in foods.