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ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate Fine Granular (USP-NF/FCC) (042420)

ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate Fine Granular (USP-NF/FCC) (042420) is derived from citric acid and is available in a free-flowing, colorless granular 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

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

CAS Number: 6132-04-3

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

Solubility
Appearance
White, fine, translucent crystals
Odor
None
Taste
Mild, Cool saline taste
Insoluble in
Alcohol
Nutritional Information
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Total Calories159.0Kcal/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-
Total Sugars0.0g/100g-
Sugar Alcohols0.0g/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-
Moisture Content12.0g/100g-
Thiamine0.0mg/100g-
Riboflavin0.0mg/100g-
Niacin0.0mg/100g-
Vitamin D0.0mg/100g-
Vitamin E (Alpha-tocopherol)0.0mg/100g-
Vitamin B60.0mg/100g-
Folic Acid (DFE)0.0μg/100g-
Vitamin B120.0μg/100g-
Vitamin A (RAE)0.0μg/100g-
Vitamin C0.0mg/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 30 USS Mesh (600μ)max. 1%-
Through 100 USS Mesh (150μ)max. 10%-

Regulatory & Compliance

Packaging & Availability

Packaging Type
Packaging Information

ADM Sodium Citrate Dihydrate, Fine Granular is available in 50 lb. bags, 25 kg bags, 275 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.