Citric Acid Anhydrous 99.8% Food Grade - Pure Citric Acid for Food and Beverage Applications

Introduction to Anhydrous Citric Acid Technology

Citric Acid Anhydrous represents the pinnacle of food-grade acidulant purity, offering manufacturers a completely water-free crystalline form of this essential food additive. Our 99.8% pure anhydrous citric acid meets the most stringent international quality standards, providing superior performance in moisture-sensitive applications where precise acidulation and extended shelf stability are critical. This ultra-refined white crystalline powder serves as the ideal choice for high-value food, beverage, and pharmaceutical applications requiring absolute consistency and maximum functional efficiency.

Product Specifications & Key Differentiators

• Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇

• Purity: ≥99.8% (USP/FCC/EP standards)

• Appearance: Colorless or white crystalline granules

• Moisture Content: ≤0.5% (vs 7-9% in monohydrate)

• Solubility: 146 g/100mL in water (25°C)

• pH (1% solution): 2.1-2.3

• Bulk Density: 0.85-1.05 g/cm³

• Certifications: FCC V, USP, BP, EP, EU E330, FDA 21CFR184.1033 GRAS

Functional Advantages in Food Systems

1. Superior Acidulation Performance

• Delivers 7.5% more active acid per unit weight than monohydrate

• Provides immediate pH reduction in dry mix systems

• Enables precise acidulation control (±0.05 pH units)

2. Enhanced Stability Profile

• No water of crystallization to drive caking

• Resists moisture absorption in humid environments

• Maintains potency in long-shelf-life products

3. Technical Processing Benefits

• Higher solubility in organic solvents

• Lower hygroscopicity than monohydrate

• Cleaner dissolution without temporary cloudiness

Critical Applications in Food & Beverage

Beverage Industry (Primary Market)

• Instant Drink Powders: Prevents premature moisture activation

• Carbonated Beverages: Exact acid dosing for flavor balance

• Vitamin Fortification: Protects moisture-sensitive nutrients

Confectionery Manufacturing

• Sour Candy Coatings: Intensive tartness without stickiness

• Chocolate Processing: Flow agent for conching

• Chewing Gum: Acidulant for extended flavor release

Pharmaceutical & Nutraceutical Uses

• Effervescent Tablets: Reacts cleanly with carbonates

• Vitamin C Stabilization: Chelates pro-oxidant metals

• pH Adjustment: Precise control in liquid medications

Food Preservation Applications

• Dry Food Systems: Antimicrobial without water activity

• Spice Blends: Acidulant for seasoning mixes

• Bakery Powders: Leavening system component

Technical Advantages for Manufacturers

1. Process Optimization Benefits

• Eliminates water-of-crystallization calculations

• Reduces drying steps in moisture-sensitive processes

• Enables higher concentration formulations

2. Quality Enhancement Features

• Prevents unwanted crystallization

• Maintains powder flowability

• Extends ingredient compatibility

3. Economic Value Proposition

• Lower shipping costs (no water weight)

• Reduced storage space requirements

• Less product needed vs. monohydrate

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

Global Approvals

• FDA: GRAS (21CFR184.1033)

• EU: Approved additive (E330)

• JECFA: ADI "not specified"

• Kosher/Halal certified

Safety Profile

• Naturally occurring in citrus fruits

• Fully metabolized via Krebs cycle

• No allergenic potential

Quality Assurance Protocol

Stringent Testing Includes

• Assay by potentiometric titration

• Heavy metals

• Oxalate content

• Microbial limits per USP

• Residual solvent testing

Usage Guidelines & Best Practices

Recommended Concentrations

• Beverage dry mixes: 1.5-3.0%

• Sour confectionery: 0.8-2.5%

• Pharmaceutical: 0.1-5.0%

• Food preservation: 0.3-1.2%

Application Methods

1. Direct Compression: For tablet formulations

2. Dry Blending: With other powder ingredients

3. Solution Preparation: Use warm water (≤60°C)

Storage & Handling

• 36-month shelf life in original packaging

• Store at

• Use moisture-barrier packaging for bulk storage

Why Choose Our Anhydrous Citric Acid?

1. Quality Leadership

• Industry-leading 99.8% purity

• Tighter particle size distribution

• Lower trace metal content

2. Technical Support

• Application-specific guidance

• Stability testing services

• Regulatory documentation

3. Supply Chain Excellence

• Global manufacturing network

• Multiple packaging formats

• Quality audits available

Market-Specific Advantages

For Beverage Manufacturers

• Prevents clumping in instant drinks

• Exact acidulation for flavor systems

• Protects sensitive ingredients

For Confectioners

• Intensive sour impact

• Clean flavor release

• Reduced stickiness

For Pharmaceutical Formulators

• Precise pH adjustment

• Effervescent system performance

• Excipient compatibility

Sustainability Profile

• Produced from sustainable feedstocks

• Biodegradable (OECD 301B)

• Energy-efficient crystallization

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