LR Grade Citric Acid
Laboratory Food Grade
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Citric Acid (C₆H₈O₇)

Laboratory Reagent grade citric acid manufactured for general laboratory procedures, educational applications, and routine chemical processing. Our LR grade C₆H₈O₇ provides reliable chelating properties for standard laboratory work, food grade applications, preservation processes, and analytical chemistry.

  • 99.5% Monohydrate Purity
  • Excellent Chelating Agent
  • Food Grade Quality
  • Antioxidant Properties
  • Educational & Training
  • Preservation Applications
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇·H₂O
CAS Number: 5949-29-1 (monohydrate)
EINECS Number: 201-069-1
Purity (Assay): 99.5% (Monohydrate LR Grade)
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Bulk Density: 1.665 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 210.14 g/mol (monohydrate)
Melting Point: 153°C (monohydrate)
pH (1% solution): 2.1 - 2.3
Loss on Drying: 7.5 - 9.0% (at 105°C)
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.005%
Iron (Fe): ≤ 0.0005%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.0005%
Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.015%
Oxalate: ≤ 0.01%
E Number: E330 (Food Additive)
Packaging Options: 500g, 1kg, 5kg containers

Applications

Educational Laboratories
Chelating Agent
Food Grade Applications
Antioxidant Properties
Teaching & Training
Buffer Solutions
Metal Cleaning
Analytical Chemistry
pH Adjustment
Preservation Agent
Quality Control
Student Experiments

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized citric acid grades tailored for different laboratory and industrial requirements, ensuring optimal performance and cost-effectiveness across diverse chelating and food grade applications.

LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: 99.5% Monohydrate Loss on Drying: 7.5-9.0% Heavy Metals: ≤ 0.0005% Application: General laboratory, educational use
Food Grade
Purity: 99.5%+ Food Grade E330: Food additive approved Safety: GRAS status Application: Food processing, beverages
Pharmaceutical Grade
Purity: 99.5%+ USP/BP Microbial: Low bioburden Endotoxins: ≤ 0.5 EU/g Application: Pharmaceutical formulations
Anhydrous Grade
Form: Anhydrous crystals Water Content: ≤ 0.5% Stability: Enhanced shelf life Application: Research, specialty synthesis

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's LR Grade Citric Acid is manufactured under standard quality control protocols, meeting laboratory reagent specifications for educational and general laboratory applications. Our production ensures consistent chelating properties and food grade quality.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
Laboratory Reagent Standards
99.5% Food Grade Purity
Standard Analytical Testing
Educational Grade Compliance
Consistent Chelating Performance
Certificate of Analysis
Safe Transportation Standards

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Citric Acid exhibits excellent chelating properties and tricarboxylic acid behavior with superior metal binding capabilities, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled complexation reactions.

Chelating Properties
Metal Binding: Forms stable complexes with Ca²⁺, Mg²⁺, Fe³⁺
Binding Sites: Three carboxyl groups, one hydroxyl
Stability Constants: High for divalent cations
Selectivity: Preferential binding to transition metals
Acid Properties
First pKa: 3.13
Second pKa: 4.76
Third pKa: 6.40
Buffer Range: pH 2.1-7.4 (multiple ranges)
Physical Properties
Melting Point: 153°C (monohydrate)
Solubility (20°C): 147g/100ml water
Crystal Form: Orthorhombic monohydrate
Hygroscopicity: Slightly hygroscopic

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade C₆H₈O₇ reliability in educational and general laboratory applications with consistent chelating and preservation performance for routine procedures.

Chelating Performance

Effectiveness: Excellent metal ion binding capacity

Consistent complexation for laboratory use
Educational Suitability

Safety: Food grade safe for educational use

Ideal for teaching coordination chemistry
Food Grade Performance

Quality: Excellent preservation and flavoring

Suitable for food science applications
Cost Effectiveness

Economics: Optimal cost-performance ratio

Budget-friendly laboratory solution

Safety Information

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive with minimal health hazards. Handle with standard laboratory precautions including eye protection and proper ventilation. Safe for educational use with appropriate supervision. May cause mild irritation to eyes and skin with prolonged contact.

GRAS Safe
Eye Protection
Educational Safe

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from strong bases and incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed and protect from moisture and heat. Use appropriate storage equipment and maintain proper inventory management for educational institutions.

Store at 15-30°C
Good ventilation recommended
Original containers preferred
Protect from moisture

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Citric acid exhibits excellent chelating properties and tricarboxylic acid behavior through multiple coordination sites, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled metal complexation.

Metal Chelation

Forms stable 5 and 6-membered rings with metal ions

Ideal for teaching coordination chemistry
Buffer Systems

Multiple pKa values provide buffering in pH 2-7 range

Important for pH control applications
Antioxidant Action

Metal chelation prevents metal-catalyzed oxidation

Essential for preservation applications
Food Chemistry

Enhances flavor, preserves color, prevents browning

Important for food science studies

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of citric acid in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety and food grade requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for GRAS materials

Food Grade Standards

FDA GRAS, EU E330 approved food additive standards

Pharmaceutical Compliance

USP/BP standards for pharmaceutical applications

Transportation

Non-hazardous material for safe transportation

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for citric acid applications and technical assistance for LR Grade C₆H₈O₇ chelating and food grade uses.

Educational Support
  • Chelation chemistry training programs
  • Food science experiment development
  • Student safety protocol guidance
  • Buffer preparation training
Application Services
  • Chelation optimization guidance
  • Food grade application consultation
  • Quality control method support
  • Analytical method assistance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our LR Grade C₆H₈O₇ production emphasizes environmental responsibility with biodegradable citric acid systems and comprehensive environmental impact management for educational and laboratory operations.

Biodegradable

Readily biodegradable organic acid with minimal environmental impact

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable chemistry education with GRAS materials

Renewable Source

Produced from renewable biomass sources through fermentation

Container Programs

Container return and recycling programs available

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's laboratory reagent manufacturing facility employs controlled crystallization technology for consistent LR Grade C₆H₈O₇ quality and chelating performance across all production batches.

Production Process

Controlled crystallization with purity and moisture management

Consistent monohydrate form and chelating properties
Purity Testing

Chelating capacity verification and food grade testing protocols

Regular performance and safety monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for food grade material production

Comprehensive quality management systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating LR Grade C₆H₈O₇ effectiveness across educational and general laboratory applications with reliable chelating and food grade performance metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 100% incident-free GRAS experiments Performance: Consistent chelation demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 40% more economical vs specialty grades
General Laboratories
Chelating Capacity: Excellent for routine applications Quality: Meets food grade and laboratory requirements Customer Satisfaction: 98% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Chelation Expertise

Specialized knowledge in citric acid metal complexation and applications for educational environments

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with food science training and curriculum assistance

Food Grade Leadership

Enhanced quality protocols and documentation specifically designed for GRAS applications

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with educational institution programs and citric acid handling expertise

Quality Consistency

Consistent monohydrate performance with certificates suitable for laboratory reagent requirements

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and specialized food science support services