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Beverages
Used for acidity adjustment and buffering in suitable beverage formulations.
Food Chemicals
Sodium Citrate
A versatile food ingredient used to regulate acidity, support buffering and improve stability in suitable formulations.
- Common Food FormTrisodium citrate dihydrate
- DesignationINS 331(iii)
- Primary FunctionAcidity regulator
Product Overview
Reliable acidity control for food formulations
Sodium citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. In food processing, trisodium citrate is used as an acidity regulator and buffering salt, helping formulators manage acidity and maintain consistent product conditions.
It can also serve as an emulsifying salt, sequestrant or stabilizer where the formulation and applicable food regulations allow. The correct grade, hydrate form and use level should always be selected for the finished product and destination market.
“Sodium citrate” may refer to different sodium salts or hydrate forms. Confirm that the offered specification matches the exact material required for your formulation.
Common Applications
Functional support across food processing
Its role depends on the complete formulation, processing conditions and local food-additive rules.
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Dairy & Processed Cheese
Used as a buffering or emulsifying salt in compatible dairy and processed-cheese systems.
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Sauces & Prepared Foods
Supports acidity management and product stability in suitable prepared-food formulations.
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Confectionery
Used where controlled acidity and buffering are required within the finished formulation.
Before You Order
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Share the required hydrate form, application, quantity, destination and applicable standard so the offered material can be checked correctly.
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Material Form Dihydrate or anhydrous, as required
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Specification Assay, appearance and required standard
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Documentation TDS, SDS and lot-specific COA
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Delivery Quantity, packaging and destination port
Product Questions
Sodium Citrate FAQs
For purchasing decisions, always review the latest specification and regulatory requirements.
Ask About This ProductWhat is sodium citrate?
Sodium citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. Trisodium citrate is commonly used in food processing as an acidity regulator and buffering salt.
Is sodium citrate the same as citric acid?
No. Sodium citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. They are related materials, but they have different chemical identities and perform differently in a formulation.
What is the difference between dihydrate and anhydrous sodium citrate?
The dihydrate contains water of crystallisation, while the anhydrous form does not. Their CAS numbers, molecular weights and specification values differ, so the required form should be stated when requesting a quotation.
Which documents are available for review?
Request the current TDS and SDS together with a lot-specific COA and packaging information for the exact material offered.
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