Citric Acid Monohydrate
Citric acid monohydrate is an organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits.
FormulaWhite crystalline powder, highly soluble in water. Monohydrate form means that crystals contain one molecule of water of crystallization. Has sour taste, is acidity regulator and antioxidant.
C₆H₈O₇·H₂OApplication
acidity regulator in beverages, sauces, confectionery, preservative (slows growth of microorganisms and oxidation), flavor enhancer.