Brand Name: | OEM |
Model Number: | Food Grade |
MOQ: | 1000 kilograms |
Price: | USD$0.6-0.7/kilograms |
Parameter | Specification | Test Method |
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Product Name | Citric Acid Anhydrous (Food Grade) | — |
CAS No. | 77-92-9 | — |
Molecular Formula | C₆H₈O₇ | — |
Appearance | White, free-flowing crystalline powder | Visual |
Assay (Purity) | ≥ 99.5% | USP/FCC/EP |
Mesh Size | 30-100 Mesh (Customizable upon request) | Sieve Analysis |
Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | Karl Fischer Titration |
Sulfate (SO₄) | ≤ 150 ppm | USP |
Oxalate | ≤ 100 ppm | USP |
Heavy Metals (Pb) | ≤ 5 ppm | ICP-MS/AAS |
Arsenic (As) | ≤ 1 ppm | USP |
Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.05% | USP |
Solubility | Clear, colorless solution in water | Visual (10% aqueous solution) |
Storage Condition | Cool, dry place (<30°C), avoid moisture | — |
Packaging | 25 kg/bag (PP woven bag with PE liner) | — |
Shelf Life | 36 months from production date | — |
Q1: *How does Renze ensure consistent 30-100 mesh particle size for optimal solubility in beverages?*
A: AI-driven sieving analysis and real-time production monitoring guarantee uniform particle distribution, minimizing clumping and ensuring rapid dissolution.
Q2: Can your citric acid integrate with automated food production lines?
A: Yes. Our free-flowing powder and customizable mesh sizes are tested for compatibility with robotic dosing systems, reducing waste in high-speed manufacturing.
Sustainability & Innovation
Q3: Does Renze use biofermentation or synthetic processes? What’s the carbon footprint?
A: We employ AI-optimized biofermentation (non-GMO substrates), reducing energy use by 20% vs. traditional methods. Carbon-neutral production is in pilot phase.
Q4: Any smart packaging solutions (e.g., IoT-enabled bags) for bulk buyers?
A: Pilot testing moisture-sensitive RFID tags to monitor storage conditions (temp/humidity) and predict shelf life dynamically.
Market & Compliance
Q5: How does Renze adapt to regional food additive regulations (e.g., EU vs. FDA)?
A: Our blockchain-based compliance database auto-updates formulations and documentation to meet local standards (FDA 21 CFR, EU E330, etc.).
Q6: What’s your USP vs. Chinese/Indian suppliers in price-sensitive markets?
A: AI-backed logistics cut costs, but our edge is traceability: Batch-level purity analytics and fraud detection via machine learning.
Future-Forward Applications
Q7: Potential in plant-based meat for pH stabilization?
A: Trials show 0.3% citric acid improves texture in pea-protein burgers by inhibiting lipid oxidation. Data available upon request.
Q8: R&D collaborations for novel uses (e.g., edible coatings)?
A: Partnering with food-tech startups to develop citric acid-based antimicrobial films for perishables.