Specification
| Product Name | Citric Acid Monohydrate |
|---|---|
| Other Names | MONO |
| CAS No. | 5949-29-1 |
| EINECS No. | 200-662-2 |
| MF | C6H10O8 |
| Molecular weight | 210.1388 |
| Purity | 99.50% |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Density | 0.791 g/mL at 25 °C |
| Melting point | -94°C (lit.) |
| Boiling point | 56°C 760mm Hg (lit.) |
| Flashing point | 1°F |
Values are typical for the standard grade. Tighter specifications are available — state the target in your inquiry and we confirm against the production batch.
Hazard classification
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements (2)
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
Substance identity verified against the registry entry on 2026-09-02.
Packaging and shipping
Citric Acid Monohydrate (CAS 5949-29-1) is a high-purity organic acid with excellent stability, good acidity, and strong chelating ability. It appears as a white crystalline substance at room temperature with high solubility in water. With molecular formula C₆H₈O₇·H₂O and molecular weight 210.1388, it shows strong compatibility with various formulation systems. Our Citric Acid Monohydrate is mainly supplied as food or pharmaceutical grade with strict quality control, low moisture and impurity content, and stable performance. It is widely used in food additives, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning products. As a key raw material in food and daily chemical industries, it ensures high safety and stable performance in various applications.




Product Description
Citric Acid Monohydrate (CAS 5949-29-1) is an important high-purity organic acid widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and daily chemical industries.It has good acidity, excellent chemical stability, and strong chelating ability, making it an essential component in food formulations and cleaning systems.It appears as a white crystalline solid at room temperature and is highly soluble in water. Our Citric Acid Monohydrate is produced as food or pharmaceutical grade with purity over 99.50%, strict control of moisture, heavy metals, and other impurities, ensuring stable and consistent quality for industrial use.
Citric Acid Monohydrate is mainly used in food and beverage applications, usually as an acidulant, flavoring agent, and preservative to improve taste, stability, and shelf life.It is also applied in pharmaceuticals, detergents, and water treatment as a mild and efficient chelating agent or pH regulator. In usage, Citric Acid Monohydrate is dissolved and blended evenly with other ingredients under controlled conditions to ensure uniformity and stability.It is widely applied in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning industries. With high safety and stable performance, Citric Acid Monohydrate has become an indispensable basic material in modern food and daily chemical industries.


Delivery&Payment method

Frequently asked
In what packaging is Citric Acid Monohydrate shipped?
Standard formats are Drum (25 kg), IBC Drum (1000 kg), ISO tank (20ft) (24–26 m³), ISO tank (40ft) (48–50 m³). Other packaging can be arranged for full-container orders.
Is a safety data sheet available for Citric Acid Monohydrate?
Yes. A full safety data sheet for CAS 5949-29-1 is published and linked from this page; a signed copy is issued with the shipping documents.
What purity do you supply?
The standard grade is 99.50%. Tighter specifications are confirmed against the production batch before shipment.





