Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+

Name: Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008437

About Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+

Citric acid is a carboxylic acid in HPLC grade carrying the CAS registry number 5949-29-1, specified at ≥99% purity. The compound has the formula C6H10O8, corresponding to a molecular weight of 210.14 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Hydrate. Common synonyms include Citric acid monohydrate and Citric acid hydrate.

It is supplied as a white powder. Literature values give a density of 1.542 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.

Key uses span coordination chemistry and food and flavour applications. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.

Available in 500 g, 5 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, Citric acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Coordination chemistry
Food & flavour applications

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008437
CAS Number	5949-29-1
IUPAC name	2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid;hydrate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₀O₈
Molecular weight	210.14 g/mol
Exact mass	210.0376
Grade	HPLC
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29181400
InChIKey	YASYEJJMZJALEJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)C(CC(=O)O)(C(=O)O)O.O
PubChem CID	22230

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	White powder
Density	1.542 g/cm3
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	133 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid monohydrate, Citric acid monohydrate, Citric acid hydrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monohydrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, hydrate (1:1), Acidum citricum monohydrate, Citiric acid, Soothe Chewable, Surface Wipes, Stop Hair, Alphacide Activator

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, 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 5949-29-1

BP / Food Grade

Citric Acid Monohydrate

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-018688

Industrial

Citric Acid Monohydrate

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-019481

ACS

Citric acid monohydrate ACS reagent, ≥99%

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-008434

BP/USP/EP / Cell Cult…

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

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-046029

HPLC / Spectroscopy

Citric acid monohydrate, for HPLC, for spectroscopy

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-046551

IP/BP/USP/EP/Ph. Eur.…

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

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-046550

Extra Pure

Citric acid, monohydrate, 99%

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-008438

AR

Citric acid, monohydrate, GR 99%+

CAS: 5949-29-1
Formula: C₆H₁₀O₈
MW: 210.14 g/mol

VQ-008439

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+ is 5949-29-1. It is also known as 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid monohydrate, Citric acid monohydrate, Citric acid hydrate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+?

Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+ has the molecular formula C6H10O8 and a molecular weight of 210.14 g/mol.

Which grade and pack sizes of Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+ can I order?

We supply Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+ in HPLC (≥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, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 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, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 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.