Description
Citric acid monohydrate, also known as 2-hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetrioxonane acid, is an organic chemical compound with the molecular formula C₆H₈O₇. It is the monohydroxide of citric acid, which means that it contains one hydroxyl group (OH). Citric acid is commonly used in the food industry as an acidity regulator, antioxidant, and preservative. It is naturally present in many citrus fruits, such as lemons and limes, but its synthetic form is most often used in food and beverage production.
It has a wide range of uses, including in the production of soft drinks, fruit preserves, jams, and as an additive to cosmetics and cleaning products. Due to its acidifying and antibacterial properties, it is also used in medicine and the pharmaceutical industry.
