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Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade

Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade is a versatile organic acid used in food, pharmaceutical, and industrial processes. Available in 25kg bags, ideal for Kenya's industrial sectors.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number77-92-9
Chemical FormulaC6H8O7
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Packaging25kg polypropylene bags
StorageStore in cool, dry, ventilated area away from moisture

Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameCitric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade
CategoryWater treatment
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade

Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade is an essential organic acid widely utilized across food and beverage, pharmaceutical, and cleaning industries. It functions as a natural preservative, pH adjuster, and chelating agent. The anhydrous form ensures stability and ease of handling for industrial processes. Finstar Chemicals supplies this grade with batch traceability and certificates of analysis to support quality assurance. The product is commonly delivered in 25kg bags suitable for manufacturer blending or direct use. Handling citric acid requires dry storage to prevent caking and maintain purity. It performs well as a stabilizer in pharmaceutical formulations and as a booster in cleaning formulations by binding metal ions that reduce detergent performance. Industrial buyers appreciate its versatility in adjusting acidity precisely, improving product shelf life and processing consistency. Applications include acidification in beverages, descaling agents for boilers, and formulation of effervescent tablets. Finstar Chemicals serves customers in Kenya and neighboring countries, offering reliable logistics for prompt supply. Buyers benefit from complete documentation supporting regulatory compliance. Storage in cool, ventilated facilities extends shelf life and preserves product quality. Using the correct anhydrous grade avoids excess moisture that can interfere with process yields or product stability. Regular quality control and adherence to recommended use rates help avoid impurities that can cause off-flavors in food or reduce efficacy in pharmaceutical products. Finstar recommends industry best practices for handling to optimize performance and safety.

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Applications

Food and Beverage AcidulantUsed to adjust acidity in soft drinks, jams, and canned foods, enhancing flavor and preventing microbial growth.
Pharmaceutical FormulationsFunctions as a buffering agent and stabilizer in effervescent tablets and syrups to control pH and improve shelf life.
Cleaning and DescalingRemoves scale deposits by chelating metal ions in boilers and heat exchangers for efficient industrial maintenance.
Cosmetics and Personal CareEmployed to adjust pH in creams and lotions, improving product stability and skin compatibility.
Chelating Agent in DetergentsBinds hardness ions in water, enhancing detergent effectiveness in industrial and household cleaning products.

Benefits

Stable AcidificationThe anhydrous form prevents moisture introduction, enabling precise pH control in sensitive manufacturing processes.
Improved Shelf LifeChelating properties slow oxidation, reducing spoilage in food and beverage production, extending product usability.
Effective Scale RemovalStrong acid dissociation aids in dissolving mineral deposits, protecting industrial equipment from corrosion and inefficiency.
Ease of Handling and StorageCrystalline powder form resists caking in dry storage, facilitating consistent dosing and reducing waste.
Regulatory ComplianceMeets BP/USP/FCC standards, ensuring acceptance in pharmaceuticals, food, and industrial applications.

Features

Certified BP/USP/FCC GradeComplies with international pharmacopoeia and food chemical codex standards essential for regulated industries.
GMO Free ProductGuaranteed free from genetically modified organisms, suitable for natural and organic formulations.
Batch TraceabilityEach shipment includes batch numbers and production dates for quality management and regulatory audits.
Bulk Packaging in 25kg BagsConvenient bag size balances ease of handling and storage for medium-scale industrial consumption.
Ensign Brand ManufacturerProduced by Weifang Ensign Industry Co., Ltd, known for consistent chemical manufacturing quality.

Industries Served

Food and Beverage ManufacturingAdjusts acidity and preserves products, enhancing taste and shelf stability in processed foods and drinks.
PharmaceuticalsUsed as an excipient in formulations needing precise pH balance and buffer action.
Industrial CleaningRemoves mineral scaling and acts as a component in detergents for plant and equipment maintenance.
Cosmetics IndustryRegulates formulation pH, ensuring product safety and user skin tolerance.
Water TreatmentChelates metal ions to reduce water hardness, increasing efficiency in steam boilers and cooling systems.

Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Citric Acid Anhydrous BP/USP/FCC Grade is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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