Sodium Citrate
Breckenridge Technologies
Sodium Citrate Dihydrate is a white, crystalline powder widely utilized across various industries. In the pharmaceutical sector, it functions as an expectorant, systemic alkalizer, and urine alkalizer. It serves as a buffering agent, acidity regulator, and preservative in the food industry, maintaining product stability and extending shelf life. Additionally, it is employed as a laboratory reagent in analytical chemistry and biochemistry applications.
- Broad pH range
- Cost-effective
- Stable storage
- Versatile applications
Specifications
Identifiers
- Chemical name
- Sodium Citrate, Dihydrate
- CAS number(s)
- 6132-04-03
- EC number
- 200-675-3
- Molecular formula
- Na3C6H5O7•2H2O or HOC(COONa)(CH2COONa)2 · 2H2O or C6H5Na3O7.2H2O
- InChI key
- NLJMYIDDQXHKNR-UHFFFAOYSA-K
- Synonyms
- Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate, Trisodium 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-Tricarboxylate, Citrosodine, Citric Acid, Trisodium Salt
Technical specifications
Properties
| Property | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|
| Physical State | White crystalline solid | - |
| Odor | Odorless | - |
| pH | 7.5 - 9 (1 in 10 at 25 °C) | - |
| Melting Point / Freezing Point | > 300 | °C |
| Auto-Ignition Temperature | 345 | °C |
| Solubility in Water | 71 (at 25 °C) | g/100 ml |
- Product groups
- SaltsFood & Beverage AdditivesPreservatives
- Applications
- Chemical synthesisBeverage processingPharmaceutical excipientsCIP cleaning solutionsDetergents
- Functions
- EmulsifierPreservativepH stabilizerStabilizerAdditive
- Market segments
- Food additivesHousehold cleaning productsIndustrial cleaning products
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Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Safety information & handling