Pure Citric Acid Powder 8 oz. Food Grade for Cooking, Baking, Cleaning, Bath Bomb, Soap Making

Citric acid, with the chemical formula C6H8O7, is an organic acid that is commonly found in citrus fruits. It serves as a natural preservative and is utilized to impart an acidic or sour flavor to various food and beverage products. In the field of biochemistry, citrate, the conjugate base of citric acid, plays a crucial role as an intermediate in the citric acid cycle, a metabolic process that takes place in all aerobic organisms. Comprised of three carboxyl (R-COOH) groups, citric acid is produced on a large scale through fermentation, with over a million tons being manufactured annually.

Organic acids, including citric acid, are classified as weak acids that do not fully dissociate in water, unlike strong mineral acids. While lower molecular weight organic acids like formic and lactic acids are soluble in water, higher molecular weight ones such as benzoic acid remain insoluble in their neutral molecular form. When it comes to food standards, the USDA sets guidelines for food grade products, ensuring their quality and safety. The FCC, or Food Chemicals Codex, is an internationally recognized compilation of standards that helps maintain the purity of food ingredients and aids in authenticating genuine components used in food production. Additionally, the USP label signifies a grade of chemical purity that meets or exceeds the requirements outlined by the United States Pharmacopeia.

Our high-quality citric acid is manufactured in the USA and is guaranteed to be 100% pure, with no additional ingredients or sweeteners. Kosher certified, our citric acid is a versatile kitchen staple commonly used for preserving, flavoring, and cleaning. It enhances the acidic or sour taste of various items such as meat, candy, soft drinks, and ice cream, while also prolonging the freshness and flavor of fruits and vegetables. Ideal for a range of applications including crafting, candy making, pH adjustments, water softening, and more, citric acid is also beneficial in processes like sprouting, canning, drying or freezing, bread making, and jarring. Additionally, it can serve as a natural cleaning agent and acts as an effective preservative, helping maintain the Vitamin C content in food products.

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