Tricalcium Citrate
Product Description
| Product | Tricalcium Citrate |
| CAS | 5785-44-4 |
| Formula | (C6H5O7)2Ca3 · 4H2O |
| Synonym | Tricalcium Citrate Tetrahydrate |
Typical Product Specifications
| Solubility | Freely soluble in diluted hydrochloric acid; practically insoluble in alcohol |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Solubility in water | Slightly soluble. Shows better solubility at lower temperatures |
| Appearance | White, crystalline powder or fine powder |
| Chemical Structure |  |
| Notes | A very commonly used calcium salt of citric acid. It has a high calcium content at 21% and is used as a food and beverage chemical and a pH control agent. |
| Class | Food and Beverage Chemicals - Sweeteners - Acidulants - Emulsifiers, pH Adjusters, Specialty Citrates and Naturally Fermented Products |
| Industry | Food Chemicals, Pharmaceutical, Personal Care |
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