Sodium Citrate
- INCI:
- Sodium Citrate
- Also known as:
- Trisodium citrate · Sodium citrate · Sodium salt of citric acid · E331
Sodium salt of citric acid used as an acidity regulator, buffering agent and emulsifying salt. It is used in foods and beverages, in pharmaceutical and veterinary preparations and, in cosmetics, to adjust pH and sequester metal ions, in line with applicable regulations.
Functions
Typical applications
- Foods and beverages
- Processed cheeses and dairy products
- Pharmaceutical solutions and syrups
- pH adjustment in cosmetics
- Anticoagulant solutions for technical use
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Calcium Chloride
Highly hygroscopic inorganic salt, used as a drying and dehumidifying agent. Depending on the application, it is also used as a source of calcium, firming agent and processing aid in foods and as an electrolyte in pharmaceutical, veterinary and cosmetic formulations, in line with applicable regulations.
Citric Acid
Citric Acid
Reference acidulant in foods and beverages, obtained by fermentation. It provides acidity and citrus notes, regulates pH and acts as a metal sequestrant and synergistic antioxidant that supports color and flavor stability. It is also used in cosmetics, cleaning, pharmaceuticals, veterinary products, nutraceuticals and agro, in accordance with applicable regulations.
Glacial Acetic Acid
Acetic Acid
Short-chain organic acid in its concentrated form, used as an acidulant, pH regulator and, once diluted, a preservative. In the chemical and textile industries it is used as a mordant and as a synthesis raw material, and in cleaning as an acid descaler. Its handling requires the precautions appropriate to a concentrated product.
Lactic Acid
Lactic Acid
Acidulant of fermentative origin with a mild acid profile, used to regulate pH and provide notes typical of fermented products; it contributes to preservation by lowering the pH in sauces, pickles and meat products. In cosmetics it is used as a mild alpha-hydroxy acid associated with hydration and superficial exfoliation. It is used in accordance with the applicable regulations of each category.