potassium citrate FCC

Product Description

Tri Potassium citrate

RM35091 Potassium citrate monohydrate

RM35090 Potassium citrate anhydrous

Formula K3(C6H5O7).XH20(X=0,1)

Character: Tripotassium citrate occurs as transparent crystals or a white, granular powder. It is an odourless substance with a cooling, salty taste. It is slightly deliquescent when exposed to moist air, freely soluble in water and almost insoluble in ethanol (96 %). In contrary to other potassium salts, it is less bitter and thus can be used at higher concentration levels.

Applications:

♦Tripotassium citrate is used in foods, beverages, and technical applications as buffering, sequestering or emulsifying agent. It usually replaces trisodium citrate whenever a low sodium content is desired.

♦In pharmaceuticals it is used as potassium source and as active ingredient to treat urinary duct stones. When added to oral care products, tripotassium citrate is the active ingredient to reduce the sensitivity of the teeth.

CAS Number 866-84-2, 6100-05-6

E Number E332(ii)

EINECS 212-755-5

HS Code 2918150000

Packing 25kg/bag, paper or plastic woven bags.

Shelf life Two years

Runmag Specifications:

Synonyms

Citric Acid Tripotassium Salt

Potassium citrate

Tripotassium citrate

Potassium citrate tribasic