Description
About:
Sodium citrate is the sodium salt of citric acid, typically appearing as a white crystalline powder.
It is highly soluble in water and forms a clear, colorless solution.
Sodium citrate is commonly used as a buffering agent, adjusting pH levels in various formulations.
The product is widely used in the food and beverage industry as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
It also serves as an emulsifier and stabilizer in both food and pharmaceutical formulations.
Benefits:
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Food Preservation: Extends the shelf life of food and beverages by preventing spoilage and maintaining freshness.
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Effervescent Reaction: Enhances the fizz in effervescent tablets and beverages, improving user experience.
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Emulsification: Stabilizes emulsions in food and cosmetics, preventing separation of ingredients.
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Solubility Improvement: Enhances the solubility of certain drugs, aiding in better absorption and effectiveness.
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Electrolyte Replacement: Replenishes electrolytes in oral rehydration solutions, aiding in hydration.
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Flavor Enhancement: Can enhance the flavor profile of beverages and food products.
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Non-toxic: Generally recognized as safe for consumption and use in various applications.
Uses:
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Buffer Solutions: Used to maintain a stable pH in pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations.
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Food Additive: Acts as a preservative and flavor enhancer in processed foods and beverages.
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Effervescent Products: Included in effervescent tablets and beverages to generate carbonation.
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Emulsifiers: Utilized in sauces, dressings, and cosmetics to stabilize emulsions.
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Cleaning Products: Incorporated into cleaning agents for its chelating properties to prevent mineral buildup.
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Oral Rehydration Solutions: Used to replace lost electrolytes in hydration solutions for medical purposes.
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Cosmetic Formulations: Adjusts pH and stabilizes formulations in skincare and cosmetic products.
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Pharmaceuticals: Enhances solubility and stability of certain drugs in oral and injectable formulations.
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Flavoring: Improves the taste profile of beverages and foods by balancing acidity.