Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+
Synonyms: 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid · Citric acid, anhydrous · Anhydrous citric acid · Citric acid anhydrous
Citric acid (CAS 77-92-9) – carboxylic acid, AR grade, ≥99%. C6H8O7, MW 192.12. Get a quote from Vaqora Chemicals, COA included, shipped worldwide.
About Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+
Listed under CAS 77-92-9, Citric acid is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals (AR grade) at a purity of ≥99%. Its molecular formula is C6H8O7 and its molecular weight is 192.12 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. It is also known as 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid or Citric acid, anhydrous.
It is supplied as a white crystalline powder. Literature values give a melting point of 153-159 °C and a density of 1.665 g/cm3. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Warning”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.
It is commonly used for pharmaceutical synthesis and food and flavour applications. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.
Vaqora Chemicals supplies Citric acid in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.
Typical applications
- Pharmaceutical synthesis
- Food & flavour applications
Industries
Grade guides
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-008436 |
| 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 | AR |
| Purity / assay | ≥99% |
| HSN code | 29181400 |
| InChIKey | KRKNYBCHXYNGOX-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| SMILES | C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O |
| PubChem CID | 311 |
| Physical form | Powder |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Melting point | 153-159 °C |
| Density | 1.665 g/cm3 |
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.7 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 7 |
| TPSA | 132 Ų |
| Synonyms | 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid, 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 |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Warning
Hazard statements
H319Causes serious eye irritationH335May 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
Other grades of CAS 77-92-9
- CAS
- 77-92-9
- Formula
- C6H8O7
- MW
- 192.12 g/mol
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+?
The CAS Registry Number of Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ is 77-92-9. It is also known as 3-carboxy-3-hydroxypentanedioic acid, Citric acid, anhydrous, Anhydrous citric acid.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+?
Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ 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, anhydrous, GR 99%+ can I order?
We supply Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ in AR (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+?
Yes. Every lot of Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ 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, anhydrous, GR 99%+ be shipped internationally?
Yes. Citric acid, anhydrous, GR 99%+ 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.
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