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  • Potassium Citrate

    We offer Technical, Pure and Pharma Grade Potassium Citrate

    CAS No. - 6100-05-6 Molecular Weight -
    Chemical Formula: C6H5K3O7 · H2O Appearance - White, hygroscopic, granular powder or transparent crystals
    E-Number - E332 MSDS

    Tripotassium citrate monohydrate is the common tribasic potassium salt of citric acid, also known as potassium citrate. It is produced by complete neutralization of citric acid with a high purity potassium source and subsequent crystallisation.

    Tripotassium citrate is used in foods, beverages, and technical applications as buffering, sequestering or emulsifying agent. It usually replaces trisodium citrate whenever a low sodium content is desired. In pharmaceuticals it is used as potassium source and as active ingredient to treat urinary duct stones. When added to oral care products, tripotassium citrate is the active ingredient to reduce the sensitivity of the teeth.


    Identification

    Positive tests for citrate and for potassium

    Appearance of solution

    Clear and colourless

    Assay(on anhydrous basis),%

    99.0—101.0

    Chloride ,≤ppm

    50

    Heavy metals(As Pb),≤ppm

    10

    Sodium,≤%

    0.3

    Oxalates,≤%

    0.03

    Sulphates,≤%

    0.015

    Acidity or Alkalinity

    Passes test

    Loss on drying(180°C,4h)

    4.0-7.0

    pH(5% aqueous solution)

    --

    Arsenic(As),≤ppm

    --

    Lead(Pb),≤ppm

    --

    Mercury(Hg),≤ppm

    --

    Applications

    Food

     

    • Candies

    • Convenience food

    • Dietetic food

    • Meat products

    • Processed cheese

    • Infant formula

    • Baby food

    • Milk industry

     

    Beverages

     

    • Concentrates

    • Essences

    • Fruit juices

    • Health drinks

    • Instant drinks

    • Soft drinks

    • Sports drinks

     

    Pharmaceuticals

     

    • Supplements

    • Clinical nutrition

    • Tablets

    • Effervescent tablets

    • Sachets

     

    Veterinary

     

    • Mineral supplements

     

    Personal Care

     

    • Oral hygiene products

     

    Cleaners/Detergents

     

    • Cleaning materials

    • Detergents

    • Household cleaners

     

    Industrial Applications

     

    • Cigarette paper

    • Electroplating chemicals

    • Paper auxiliaries

    • Photo chemicals

    • Construction industry

    • Fire fighting industry