Citric Acid
The most widely used food acidulant in the world. Anhydrous and monohydrate forms, all FCC/USP food grade. Sourced from qualified Chinese producers.
Overview
Citric acid is the most widely produced and consumed food acidulant in the world — produced industrially through aerobic fermentation of glucose by Aspergillus niger. It delivers a clean, characteristic sour taste that defines countless food and beverage products: soft drinks, juices, candies, dressings, and processed foods of every variety. Five Rivers Materials supplies citric acid in both anhydrous and monohydrate forms, with FCC, USP, and Kosher/Halal certifications on request.
Beyond flavor and pH adjustment, citric acid serves as a natural preservative (lowering pH below the growth threshold for many spoilage organisms), a chelating agent for trace metals (preventing oxidative off-flavors), and as a buffer in formulations requiring stable pH. We source from qualified producers in China — the global production center — with full origin documentation and continuous-supply contracts available for high-volume buyers.
Technical Specifications
Variants & Forms
Anhydrous
Water-free crystalline form. Preferred for dry-blend applications, where moisture absorption would compromise blend stability — sauces, dressings, and beverage powders.
Monohydrate
Crystalline form containing one water of hydration. Cost-effective for liquid applications where the additional water is incorporated into the product anyway.
Packaging Options
Applications by Industry
Food & Beverage
- ◢ Beverages — acidulant for soft drinks, juices, sports drinks
- ◢ Confectionery — flavor acid in candies, gummies
- ◢ Canned and pickled foods — pH adjustment, preservation
- ◢ Bakery — pH adjustment, dough conditioning
- ◢ Dairy — pH adjustment in flavored milks, yogurts
- ◢ Cleaning products — chelation, descaling
Regulatory & Certifications
Storage & Handling
Stocking & Logistics
Inventory held at the operational hubs listed below. Direct FCL from origin (Mumbai / Ahmedabad / China) available for buyers requiring custom specs, branded packaging, or origin documentation.