Citric acid monohydrate

• CAT Number: R069345
• CAS Number: 5949-29-1
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O7.H2O
• Molecular Weight: 210.138
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: RT
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid;hydrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O7.H2O/c7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;/h13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);1H2
• InChIKey: YASYEJJMZJALEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O.O

Citric acid monohydrate (Cat.No:R069345) is a crystalline form of citric acid, a natural organic acid found in citrus fruits. Widely used in food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals, it acts as a flavor enhancer, preservative, and acidulant. Its chelating properties make it valuable in various industrial applications, including cleaning agents and cosmetics.