Citric Acid Monohydrate

Name: Citric Acid Monohydrate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019481

About Citric Acid Monohydrate

Listed under CAS 5949-29-1, Citric Acid Monohydrate is a specialty chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals (Industrial grade). With the molecular formula C6H10O8, it has a molar mass of 210.14 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid. Hydrate. Common synonyms include Citric acid hydrate and citric acid. Hydrate.

It is supplied as a crystal. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span chemical manufacturing, industrial formulations and process chemistry. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and polymers and plastics.

Standard pack sizes are 25 kg, 50 kg, 200 kg drum and 1 MT, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.

Typical applications

Chemical manufacturing
Industrial formulations
Process chemistry

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Citric Acid Monohydrate
Catalogue No.	VQ-019481
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	Industrial
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	Crystalline
Appearance	Crystal
H-bond donors / acceptors	5 / 8
TPSA	133 Å²
Synonyms	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, Cleaning Solution for Hemodialysis Machines, Desinfectant Solution for Hemodialysis Machine

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

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

HPLC

Citric acid, monohydrate for HPLC, 99%+

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

VQ-008437

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?

The CAS Registry Number of Citric Acid Monohydrate is 5949-29-1. It is also known as Citric acid hydrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monohydrate, 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, hydrate (1:1).

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

Citric Acid Monohydrate has the molecular formula C6H10O8 and a molecular weight of 210.14 g/mol.

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

We supply Citric Acid Monohydrate in Industrial 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 Monohydrate?

Yes. Every lot of Citric Acid Monohydrate 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 be shipped internationally?

Yes. Citric Acid Monohydrate 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.