TRISODIUM CITRATE 99% (E331 food grade), kg

Parameter	Attribute
Trisodium citrate	Citric acid sodium salt. E331, trisodium citrate
Formula	Na3C6H5O7
Structure
IUPAC	Trisodium 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
INCI	SODIUM CITRATE
CAS	6132-04-3
Molar mass	258.06 g/mol (anhydrous), 294.10 g/mol (dihydrate)
Density	1.70 g/cm3
Solubility	In water: 95 g/100 mL (20 °C)

In food and beverages, trisodium citrate is used as a spice, flavoring additive or preservative. In the EU, citric acid additives in food products are labelled with indicator E - E331. It is most commonly found in carbonated soft drinks as a subtle acidic flavor. It is milder than citric acid. In ice cream, trisodium citrate is used as an emulsifier, preventing the fat from separating from the whole mass, and in caramel, it prevents the formation of sucrose (sugar) crystals on the surface of the caramel (inhibits the crystallization of sucrose). In cheese-making, trisodium citrate is used as a stabilizing emulsifier which prevents the cheese from becoming sticky when melted and the fat from separating from the protein. Trisodium citrate is commonly found in powdered milk in sauces, sausages (mostly bratwurst type), yoghurts, jams, fruit jellies and wines.

In cleaning industry, as a means or agent (additive) for the formation of complex compounds. Trisodium citrate forms compounds with metals, making them soluble. It binds the metals in a chelate form, i.e. the metal ions become soluble, do not react with other compounds and do not precipitate. It effectively cleans and prevents the formation of new lime deposits in water evaporators, boilers, kettles etc. Used in coffee machine descalers, both liquid (as a component) and solid (both pure and as a co-formulant). Trisodium citrate can be used as a pH buffer, i.e. as a stabilizer, when mild acidity is required and stability is needed.

In cosmetics, trisodium citrate is used in almost all cosmetic products as an ingredient to adjust the pH value. It can be used as a skin and facial care agent, removing dead cells from the skin and accelerating the formation of new ones. Trisodium citrate is suitable for use in facial masks by replacing citric acid to produce a milder acid, but retaining the same exfoliating properties (the crystalline structure of trisodium citrate is quite similar to citric acid). Main INCI functions:

• pH adjuster: Stabilizes the pH of cosmetics
• Chelating: Reacts and forms complexes with metal ions which may affect the stability and/or appearance of cosmetic products.
• Masking: Reduces or suppresses the odor or main flavor of the product

In medicine. Trisodium citrate is converted into carbonate ions in the body during metabolism, thereby increasing the pH of the blood, i.e. alkalinizing the body. It is used to treat metabolic acidosis in the body. Prevents the formation of kidney stones by binding calcium. It is a good antioxidant which neutralizes free radicals that promote the formation of cancer cells (tumours). Helps the body to better absorb minerals from foods. Can cure a sore throat by killing the bacteria that cause infection - rinse the throat with an aqueous solution of sodium citrate. Trisodium citrate is used to treat symptoms of inflammation of the urinary tract.

Other uses of trisodium citrate: The citric acid salt sodium citrate is a component of the Benedict's reagent, which is used to identify and quantify reducing sugars.

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**- The product complies with the requirements for food additive E331 but is not intended for use as a food additive.