What Is The Difference Between Citric Acid Monohydrate And Citric Acid Anhydrous?

 

Citric acid monohydrate powder is a form of citric acid containing crystalline water, which is a colorless crystal or white powder. It is easily soluble in water and ethanol and has a distinct sour taste.

 

Citric acid hydrate is divided into two types: citric acid monohydrate and citric acid anhydrous.

 

 

1. Food field

It can enhance the flavor of beverages, candies, and canned foods, replace artificial acidulants, and also preserve and extend the shelf life of foods.

 

2. Industrial and daily chemical applications

Monohydrate citric acid powder cleans and removes scale very well, has moisturizing and mild exfoliating properties, and it can also be used as a detergent additive.

 

3. Medical and biological effects

• Anticoagulation: In vitro anticoagulants, used for blood sample storage or dialysis equipment disinfection.
• Metabolic support: Promote energy circulation.

 

 

Contrast	Citric Acid Monohydrate	Citric Acid Anhydrous Powder
Stability	Easily deliquescent in humid environment	Easy to weather in dry environment
Melting point	153℃	135-152℃
critical crystallization temperature	<36.6℃ will crystallize into monohydrate	>36.6℃ crystallizes into anhydrous form
Application	Beverages, jam, liquid detergent	Solid beverages, powdered cosmetics, medicines

 

Side effects: Excessive intake may cause bloating and diarrhea, and long-term high-dose intake may also lead to calcium loss.

 

 

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