Citric Acid

Product Name and Identification:

• Chemical      Name: Citric Acid
• Alternate      Names: 2-Hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
• CAS      #: 77-92-9

Composition:

• 100%      pure or as a component of various products.

Hazard Identification and Classification:

• Classification:     Irritant (H319)
• Hazards:     Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements:

• P305+P351+P338:     If in eyes, rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
• P337+P313:     If eye irritation persists, get medical advice/attention.

Handling and Storage:

• Store      in a cool, dry place, away from incompatible materials like strong bases.
• Use      in well-ventilated areas.

General Uses:

• Food      additive, preservative, and descaling agent in industrial applications.

Physical and Chemical Properties:

• Appearance:      White crystalline powder
• Odor:      Odourless
• Solubility:      Highly soluble in water
• Melting      Point: 153 °C

Transport Information:

• Not      classified as hazardous for transport

Packaging:

• Can be supplied in various pack sizes according to customer requirements
• Can be imported or sourced locally