Category
Chemical Primary Standard
CAS Number
77-92-9
Molecular Formula
C6H8O7
Molecular Weight
192.12 g/mol
Synonym

2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid; Monoglyceride Citrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid; Monoglyceride Citrate; NSC 112226; NSC 30279; NSC 626579; Suby G; Uro-trainer; INS 330; Jet Setter; 2-Hydroxypropan-1,2,3-tricarboxylic Acid;3-Carboxy-3-hydroxypentane-1,5-dioic Acid; Aciletten; Celenex 3P6; Cellborn SC-C; Chemfill; Citretten; Citric Acid Monoglyceride; Citro; E 330; EL 4; EL 4; F 0001; F 4020; FE 2; Grindsted Pro Tex TR 100; Hydrocerol A; Citric acid (USP)

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Citric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid with the formula C₆H₈O₇, commonly found in citrus fruits like lemons and oranges. It is widely used in food and beverages as a preservative and souring agent, in pharmaceuticals to adjust pH, and in cleaning products for its ability to chelate metals. Its non-toxic and biodegradable nature makes it versatile in both industrial and household applications.