- Ingredient Name:Citric Acid
- Ingredient Origin:Fermentation, Natural Origin, Plant Origin
- Functions:Supplement, Antioxidant, Sequestering Agent, Supplement, Stabilizer, Flavor Enhancer, Preservative, Acidulant
- Labeling Claims:Sustainable, Halal, Naturally Derived, Plant-Based, Non-GMO, Vegan, Gluten-free, Natural, Vegetarian, Label Friendly, Kosher
- Certifications & Compliance:Hazard Analysis Critical Control Point (HACCP), Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), Vegan, GMP, FSSC 22000, FDA 21 CFR Regulations, Kosher, JECFA (FAO/WHO), Halal
- Benefit Claims (Health):Antioxidant Properties
Cargill Citric Acid Anhydrous Fine Granular is produced through submerged fermentation on a dextrose carbohydrate substrate. It presents as translucent white crystals with a tart acidic taste, slight hygroscopic properties, and a melting point of 153 °C (307 °F). Citric acid serves primarily to provide tartness, modify sweetness, and enhance flavors, while also contributing to pH adjustment, buffer capacity, ion sequestration, and acting as a mild preservative by lowering pH.