Citric acid is a natural component in animals and plants and an intermediate product of physiological metabolism. It is also one of the most widely used organic acids in fields such as food, medicine, and chemical industry. It appears as colorless transparent or translucent crystals, or granular, fine granular powder, with no odor. Although it has a strong sour taste, it is pleasant with a slight aftertaste of astringency. It gradually effloresces in warm air and is slightly deliquescent in humid air.
| CAS: | 77-92-9 |
| MF: | C6H8O7 |
| MW: | 192.12 |
| EINECS: | 201-069-1 |
| Mol File: | 77-92-9.mol |
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