994-36-5

Basic information

• Product Name: citric acid, sodium salt
• Synonyms: Bicitra; Pneucid; Sodium 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylate; 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, sodium salt; 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, sodium salt (1:?); Citric acid, sodium salt; 1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monosodium salt
• CAS NO: 994-36-5
• Molecular Formula: C₆H₈NaO₇
• Molecular Weight: 215.1133
• EINECS: 213-618-2
• Mol File: 994-36-5.mol
• Article Data: 0

Chemical Properties

• Boiling Point: 309.6°C at 760 mmHg
• Flash Point: 155.2°C
• Vapor Pressure: 5.73E-05mmHg at 25°C
• CAS DataBase Reference: citric acid, sodium salt(CAS DataBase Reference)
• NIST Chemistry Reference: citric acid, sodium salt(994-36-5)
• EPA Substance Registry System: citric acid, sodium salt(994-36-5)

Safety Data

• Hazardous Substances Data: 994-36-5(Hazardous Substances Data)

Usage

General Description

Citric acid, sodium salt is a chemical compound commonly used as a food additive and preservative. It is the sodium salt of citric acid, which is a weak organic acid found in citrus fruits. citric acid, sodium salt is often used in the food and beverage industry as a flavoring agent, acidulant, and preservative. It is also used in various household and personal care products as a cleaning agent and chelating agent. The sodium salt form of citric acid helps to stabilize and regulate the acidity in a wide range of products, making it a versatile and important chemical in many industries.