Technical aspects
Anhydrous citric acid comes in the form of white crystals, powder or granules. It is odourless and dissolves well in water, with a strongly acidic taste. It is characterised by a high degree of purity and low heavy metal content, which guarantees safety in food and industrial applications.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Water content | < 0.5% |
| Sulphates | < 150 ppm |
| Sulphate ash | < 0.5% |
| Oxalates | < 100 ppm |
| Chlorides | < 50 ppm |
| Calcium | < 75 ppm |
| Lead (Pb) | < 0.5 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | < 1 ppm |
| Mercury (Hg) | < 1 ppm |
| Aluminium (Al) | < 0.2 ppm |
| Heavy metals (total) | < 5 ppm |
| Bacterial endotoxins | < 0.5 IU/mg |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder / colourless crystals / granules |
| Taste and odour | Sour taste, odourless |
