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ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate Powder (USP-NF/FCC) (042440)

ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate Powder (USP-NF/FCC) (042440) is derived from citric acid and is available in a free-flowing, colorless powder form. It is odorless and freely soluble in water, but insoluble in alcohol. Sodium citrate dihydrate is the most widely used emulsifying salt in sliced processed cheese products. It is commonly used as a buffering agent in combination with citric acid to provide the precise pH control required in many food and beverage applications. In meat products, it is used as an anticoagulant for fresh livestock blood and as a curing accelerator. The detergent-building and rapid biodegradability characteristics of sodium citrate enable its use as an environmentally acceptable phosphate substitute in a large variety of household cleaning products.

Chemical Name: Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate

CAS Number: 6132-04-3

Functions: Buffers & pH Stabilizer, Chelating Agent, Curing Agent, Detergent Additive, Emulsifier

Chemical Family: Citrates

Synonyms: Sodium Citrate Hydrate

Knowde Enhanced TDS

Identification & Functionality

Chemical Family
Cleaning Ingredients Functions
Pharma & Nutraceuticals Functions
Molecular formula
Na₃C₆H₅O₇ •2H₂O

Features & Benefits

Applications & Uses

Food & Nutrition Applications
Home Care Applications

Properties

Physical Form
Solubility
Appearance
White, fine, crystalline powder
Odor
None
Taste
Mild, Cool saline taste
Insoluble in
Alcohol
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Calories159.0Kcal/100g
Calories from Fat0.0Kcal/100g
Calories from Saturated Fat0.0Kcal/100g
Total Fat0.0g/100g
Saturated Fat0.0g/100g
Polyunsaturated Fat0.0g/100g
Monounsaturated Fat0.0g/100g
Trans Fat0.0g/100g
Cholesterol0.0mg/100g
Total Carbohydrates64.5g/100g
Sugars0.0g/100g
Sugar Alcohol0.0g/100g
Other Carbohydrates0.0g/100g
Dietary Fiber0.0g/100g
Soluble Fiber0.0g/100g
Insoluble Fiber0.0g/100g
Protein0.0g/100g
Calcium0.3mg/100g
Iron0.1mg/100g
Sodium23450.0mg/100g
Potassium24.0mg/100g
Thiamine0.0mg/100g
Riboflavin0.0mg/100g
Niacin0.0mg/100g
Vitamin B120.0mg/100g
Vitamin A0.0IU/100g
Vitamin C0.0mg/100g
Vitamin D0.0mg/100g
Vitamin E0.0IU/100g
Vitamin B60.0mg/100g
Characteristics
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Molecular Weight294.11
pH Value (5g/100ml at 25°C)7.5 - 9.0
Water Solubility (at 25°C)71.0g/100 ml
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Assay (Anhydrous basis)99.0 - 100.5%
Water Content10.0 - 13.0%
Heavy Metals (as Lead)max. 10.0ppm
Leadmax. 2.0ppm
Granulation Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
On 100 USS Mesh (150μ)max. 3%
Through 200 USS Mesh (75μ)min. 90%

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate Powder is available in 200 lb. drums.

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
3 years
Storage Conditions

Storage at room temperature in tightly sealed containers, away from extreme conditions of heat and humidity, is recommended. This product is very stable and has been given a 3 year "best by" date. It is recommended to retest after 3 years. It is suggested that all products be used on a “First-In First-Out” basis.