Citric Acid

Name: Citric Acid
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019480

About Citric Acid

Citric Acid is a specialty chemical in Industrial grade carrying the CAS registry number 77-92-9, specified at above 99% purity. The compound has the formula C6H8O7, corresponding to a molecular weight of 192.12 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Alternative names: Citric acid, anhydrous and Anhydrous citric acid.

It is supplied as a crystal. Keep the container tightly sealed and store it in a cool, dry area. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span chemical manufacturing, industrial formulations, process chemistry and food and flavour applications. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, polymers and plastics and textiles and dyeing.

Available in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum and 1 MT packs, Citric Acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Chemical manufacturing
Industrial formulations
Process chemistry
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Citric Acid
Catalogue No.	VQ-019480
CAS Number	77-92-9
IUPAC name	2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₈O₇
Molecular weight	192.12 g/mol
Exact mass	192.027
Grade	Industrial
Purity / assay	>99%
InChIKey	KRKNYBCHXYNGOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	311

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	Crystal
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	4 / 7
TPSA	132 Å²
Synonyms	Citric acid, anhydrous, Anhydrous citric acid, Citric acid anhydrous, Hydrocerol A, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, Kyselina citronova, 2-Hydroxytricarballylic acid, beta-Hydroxytricarballylic acid, 3-Carboxy-3-hydroxypentane-1,5-dioic acid, Citric acid,anhydrous, Citricum acidum

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P337 + P317, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 77-92-9

BP / Food Grade

Citric Acid Anhydrous

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-018687

BP/USP/EP / Cell Cult…

Citric acid anhydrous, BP/USP/EP, cell culture tested

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-046028

Cell Culture

Citric acid anhydrous, cell culture tested

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-046400

Molecular Biology

Citric acid anhydrous, for molecular biology

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-046619

IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur.…

Citric acid anhydrous, IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur., AR

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-046549

Plant Culture

Citric acid anhydrous, plant tissue culture tested ≥99.70%

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-045673

Extra Pure

Citric acid, anhydrous, 99%

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-008435

AR

Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+

CAS: 77-92-9
Formula: C₆H₈O₇
MW: 192.12 g/mol

VQ-008436

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Citric Acid?

The CAS Registry Number of Citric Acid is 77-92-9. It is also known as Citric acid, anhydrous, Anhydrous citric acid, Citric acid anhydrous.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citric Acid?

Citric Acid has the molecular formula C6H8O7 and a molecular weight of 192.12 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Citric Acid can I order?

We supply Citric Acid in Industrial (>99%) grade, in 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum, 1 MT packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Citric Acid?

Yes. Every lot of Citric Acid is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Citric Acid be shipped internationally?

Yes. Citric Acid is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.