Citric Acid Monohydrate (E330)

Citric Acid Monohydrate

Citric acid monohydrate is a hydrated form of the organic acid derived from citrus fruits, widely valued for its role as a safe preservative and flavor enhancer. In the food industry, it balances acidity in soft drinks, candies, and dairy products, preserves shelf life through antimicrobial action, and improves flavor profiles in baked goods and condiments. It also aids in stabilizing processed foods against spoilage and oxidation.

Food Industry Applications

• Beverages: Provides acidity and flavor in soft drinks, fruit juices, and frozen beverages to enhance refreshment.​

• Confectionery: Used in chewing gum, hard candies, and jellies as a flavor enhancer and stabilizer.​

• Dairy Products: Improves texture in frozen desserts, yogurts, and processed cheeses by regulating pH.​

• Baked Goods: Acts as a leavening agent and preservative in cakes, cookies, and fillings.​

• Jams, Jellies, and Sauces: Prevents spoilage and maintains color in fruit preserves, canned fruits, and condiments.

Other Industry Applications

In cosmetics, it serves as a pH adjuster and chelating agent for skincare; in cleaning products, acts as a mild abrasive and descaler; in industrial processes, buffers solutions and removes metal ions in water treatment.