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Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid

Anhydrous citric acid (C6H8O7) in food and technical grades used as an acidulant, pH regulator and biodegradable chelating agent in beverages, food processing and industrial cleaning formulations. Halal / Kosher / FDA reference documentation available on request and confirmed per shipment against the batch COA.

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Logistics & Documentation

Plastic-Pallet Option · Import Documentation Support

  • Lead Time: Depends on supplier stock, production schedule, shipping route and destination. GTA dispatch typically targets 24–48 hours on confirmed stock items.
  • Packaging Option: Injection-molded plastic pallets available on request as an alternative to wooden pallets, subject to supplier capability and order size.
  • Documentation Support: Import documentation support available. Available documents may include TDS, SDS, COA, origin documents and compliance declarations where applicable.
Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid — category illustration
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Search & terminology reference

Anhydrous Citric Acid (Food & Technical Grade) — also known as

The terminology engineers, buyers and technical documentation use for this material across Canadian and North American industry. Provided to help procurement teams and search engines match this page to the right industrial intent.

Generic names
citric acidanhydrous citric acid2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Commercial names
food grade citric acidtechnical grade citric acidanhydrous citric acid crystalline
Chemical names & formulas
C6H8O7E330
Abbreviations
CTACAA
Industry & engineering terms
citric acid mesh sizeanhydrous vs monohydrate citric acidcitric acid moisture spec
Procurement terminology
citric acid supplier Canadabulk citric acid Ontariowholesale citric acid GTA
Typical applications
beverage acidulantfood pH regulationshelf-life stabilisationindustrial descaling / cleaningchelating agent
Comparable materials
citric acid anhydrous vs monohydratecitric acid vs malic acidcitric acid vs phosphoric acid

Terminology reference only. Grade, specification, packaging and suitability for a given process are confirmed at RFQ.

Buyer intent coverage

Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid — what it is, where it is used, how it is chosen

Anhydrous citric acid (C6H8O7) is the water-free crystalline form of citric acid. It is a food, beverage and industrial acidulant, pH regulator, chelating agent and shelf-life stabiliser.

Primary uses

  • Acidulation and pH adjustment in food and beverage
  • Chelation of metal ions in cleaning and personal-care formulations
  • Shelf-life stabilisation of oxidation-sensitive products
  • Descaling and industrial cleaning of process equipment

Applications

  • Carbonated and still beverages, powdered drinks, effervescent products
  • Confectionery, jams, sauces and canned foods
  • Personal-care and household cleaning formulations
  • Industrial metal descaling and CIP cleaning
  • Pharmaceutical intermediates

Advantages

  • Naturally occurring organic acid recognised in most food compendia
  • Chelates di- and trivalent metal ions — supports colour and flavour stability
  • Biodegradable in typical municipal effluent conditions

Limitations to consider

  • Anhydrous and monohydrate are NOT interchangeable on a like-for-like weight basis — dose against water content
  • Hygroscopic in humid conditions — sealed storage required
  • Not a substitute for phosphoric or lactic acid where those chemistries are functionally required

How to choose the right grade

  • Anhydrous when process moisture would harm the formulation (dry beverages, effervescent tablets)
  • Monohydrate when a dry crystalline is acceptable and cost is prioritised
  • Select mesh (30–100) against dry-blend uniformity requirement
  • Confirm food vs technical grade against regulated end-use

Typical grades

  • Food grade (anhydrous)
  • Food grade (monohydrate)
  • Technical grade
  • USP grade (on documented request)

Comparable materials — how Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid sits against alternatives

  • Malic acid — sharper, longer-lasting sourness profile
  • Tartaric acid — wine and confectionery-specific chemistry
  • Phosphoric acid — cola-type beverages, mineral applications
  • Lactic acid — dairy and personal-care applications

Comparable-material reference. Grade selection is confirmed at RFQ against your process.

Procurement coverage

How to specify, order and receive Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid

Written for procurement, quality and technical buyers in Canada and the United States. No numeric price, MOQ, stock or lead-time value is published — those are confirmed per shipment in the quotation and against the confirmed batch.

How buyers specify at RFQ

  • Grade (food / technical / USP)
  • Form (anhydrous vs monohydrate)
  • Mesh size (30, 40, 100 typical)
  • Packaging (25 kg bag, jumbo bag)
  • Regulatory letters (Halal / Kosher / FDA)

Packaging options (industry-standard)

  • 25 kg PP / paper bag
  • 500–1000 kg jumbo bag

Storage & handling

  • Store sealed, dry, cool
  • Anhydrous is hygroscopic — reseal opened bags
  • Segregate from strong bases

Documentation available

  • TDS available on request
  • SDS aligned to WHMIS 2015 / OSHA HazCom / GHS
  • COA against confirmed shipment
  • Halal / Kosher / FDA letters — per shipment

RFQ checklist for AllZone-CTA100

Include these fields to receive an accurate Canada-landed quotation

  1. End-use (food / beverage / cleaning / industrial)
  2. Grade (food / technical / USP)
  3. Form (anhydrous vs monohydrate)
  4. Mesh size
  5. Packaging preference
  6. Destination and monthly volume
  7. Regulatory letters required

About this product

Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid — product overview

Anhydrous citric acid in food and technical grades — a white crystalline organic acidulant used as a pH regulator, shelf-life stabiliser and chelating agent. Food-grade material is intended for beverage, food and feed applications; technical grade is used in industrial and eco-cleaning formulations. Grade selection, mesh, moisture and packaging are confirmed per order, and the COA is issued against the shipped batch. Halal/Kosher and FDA references shown on the record apply subject to written confirmation on the specific shipment.

Document & COA status
  • • TDS: Displayed properties are an Allzone technical reference; manufacturer documentation is available on request.
  • • SDS: Safety data is subject to grade and supplier confirmation. One SDS does not necessarily apply to every grade or supplier.
  • • COA: Certificate of Analysis is provided against the confirmed shipment, grade and batch. No stock, lead-time or regulatory claim is implied without written confirmation.

Pricing & Market Factors

What drives the price of Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid in Canada

Current pricing is confirmed through a live quotation because industrial material costs depend on grade, volume, origin, packaging, freight and delivery location, and move with global commodity, ocean-freight and CAD/USD cycles. Allzone does not publish spot prices — the drivers below help you frame the RFQ.

  • Grade & mesh. Food, technical and USP grades — plus mesh (30–100) — determine base price.
  • Anhydrous vs monohydrate. Chemistry family shifts pricing; specify which form the process needs.
  • Volume. Full-container vs. LTL vs. small parcel changes cost per kg significantly.
  • Origin & freight. Global fermentation capacity plus ocean freight and CAD/USD movement dominate landed cost.

Technical Data Sheet

TDS · AllZone-CTA100

Product form

White crystalline powder

Appearance

Free-flowing white crystalline powder (non-caking)

Carrier / matrix

Anhydrous citric acid — C6H8O7 (BP / USP / FCC)

Key Physical & Chemical Properties

Assay (anhydrous basis)99.5 – 100.5 %
Quality standardConforms to BP, USP and FCC
Loss on drying (105 °C)≤ 0.50 %
Sulphated ash≤ 0.05 %
Heavy metals (as Pb)≤ 5 ppm
Arsenic≤ 1 ppm
Bulk density0.80 – 1.00 g/cm³

Recommended dosage

Per recipe / process specification.

Processing temperature

Decomposes above 175 °C; melts ~ 153 °C

Packaging

25 kg food-grade paper bag with food-grade PE liner, or 1000 kg FIBC. Per-shipment food-contact documentation available on request.

Shelf life

24 months from production date in unopened original packaging.

Storage

Store dry below 30 °C in original sealed packaging, away from acids and high humidity.

Target Applications

  • Sour flavor profile, color retention and shelf-life stabilization in food processing
  • Precise pH regulation in beverages, jams, dairy and bakery
  • Biodegradable chelating agent in green industrial detergents
  • Eco-friendly metal-cleaning and descaling formulations

Key Features

  • Conforms to British Pharmacopoeia (BP), USP and Food Chemicals Codex (FCC)
  • White crystalline powder — non-caking under specified storage conditions
  • Fast dissolution and precise pH control in aqueous systems
  • Halal / Kosher / FDA reference documentation available on request, confirmed per shipment against the batch COA

Safety Data Sheet · GHS / OSHA HazCom / WHMIS 2015

SDS · AllZone-CTA100

Signal word

Warning

Eye Irrit. 2. Food-grade (FCC / BP / USP) compliant.

GHS07 — Exclamation mark
§ 1Identification
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Product code
AllZone-CTA100
Product name
Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid
Product use
Industrial raw material — Food & Livestock Feed, Paints & Coatings.
Restrictions
Industrial use only. Not for direct consumer sale unless explicitly labelled food/feed grade.
Supplier
Allzone Trading Corp.
Address
Ontario, Canada
Technical contact
technical@allzonetrading.ca · +1 (437) 297-6255
Emergency
CHEMTREC +1 800 424 9300 / CANUTEC +1 613 996 6666
§ 2Hazards Identification
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GHS classification
Eye Irrit. 2. Food-grade (FCC / BP / USP) compliant.
Signal word
Warning
Pictograms
GHS07 — Exclamation mark
Hazard statements
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
Precautionary statements
P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear eye protection. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice.
§ 3Composition / Information on Ingredients
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Mixture
Engineered bulk industrial chemicals based food & tech grade anhydrous citric acid.
Carrier
Bulk Industrial Chemicals compatible polymer.
§ 4First Aid Measures
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Inhalation
Move to fresh air. Get medical advice if discomfort persists.
Skin contact
Wash with soap and water. Get medical advice if irritation persists.
Eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do.
Ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical advice if discomfort persists.
Hot melt burns
For pellet-form products processed at melt temperature: cool affected area with cold water. Do NOT peel solidified polymer from skin — seek medical attention.
§ 5Fire-Fighting Measures
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Suitable extinguishing media
Water spray, dry chemical, CO2, foam.
Unsuitable media
None known.
Special hazards
Combustion may produce CO, CO2 and dense black smoke. Polymer melt drips during fire.
PPE for firefighters
Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and full protective gear.
§ 6Accidental Release Measures
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Personal precautions
Wear PPE per Section 8. Avoid generating dust. Ventilate area.
Environmental precautions
Prevent entry into drains, waterways or soil. Notify authorities if significant release.
Cleanup
Sweep or vacuum spilled material into labelled container for recycling or disposal.
§ 7Handling & Storage
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Handling
Handle in well-ventilated areas. Avoid generating dust. Use appropriate PPE.
Storage
Store dry below 35 °C, away from direct sunlight and ignition sources.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers.
§ 8Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
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Engineering controls
Local exhaust ventilation at material transfer and melt-processing points. Maintain dust below regional OEL.
Respiratory protection
Dust mask if fines / dust generated.
Hand protection
Heat-resistant gloves when handling molten polymer; cotton gloves for cold pellets.
Eye protection
Safety glasses with side shields; chemical splash goggles when handling powders or molten material.
Body protection
Long-sleeve work clothing. Full chemical apron for corrosive products.
Exposure limits
Follow nuisance-dust limits (10 mg/m³ total, 5 mg/m³ respirable).
§ 9Physical & Chemical Properties
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Physical state
Solid pellets / powder
Color
White / off-white / pre-colored
Odor
Odorless to faint polymer odor
pH (1 % solution)
Not applicable (insoluble)
Melting / decomposition
Polymer melt 110 – 250 °C (matrix dependent)
Flash point
Not applicable (solid article)
Solubility (water)
Insoluble
Density
0.9 – 2.2 g/cm³ depending on grade
§ 10Stability & Reactivity
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Stability
Stable under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to avoid
Excessive heat, ignition sources, prolonged UV exposure.
Hazardous decomposition products
CO, CO2, polymer fragment volatiles. Azodicarbonamide additionally releases NH3, N2.
§ 11Toxicological Information
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Acute oral toxicity (LD50, rat)
Not classified (> 2000 mg/kg expected)
Skin irritation
Not classified for solid article in supplied form.
Eye irritation
Mechanical irritation possible from dust.
Respiratory sensitization
Not classified.
Carcinogenicity
Not classified.
Mutagenicity / reproductive tox.
No known effects based on current data.
§ 12Ecological Information
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Aquatic toxicity
Not classified — substance is essentially inert in water.
Persistence
Inorganic salt — fully soluble, mineralizes.
Bioaccumulation
No bioaccumulation potential expected.
§ 13Disposal Considerations
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Product disposal
Dispose in accordance with local, provincial, state and federal regulations. Recycle polymer fractions through certified plastic recyclers where possible.
Packaging disposal
Recycle empty bags / liners after thorough emptying.
Waste codes
Non-hazardous solid waste (EWC 07 02 13 typical).
§ 14Transport Information
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Status
Not regulated for transport under DOT / IATA / IMDG / ADR / TDG.
§ 15Regulatory Information
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REACH (EC 1907/2006)
All components registered or exempt. No SVHC listed above 0.1 % w/w.
RoHS (EU 2011/65)
Heavy metals < 1000 ppm (Pb, Hg, Cr⁶⁺) and < 100 ppm (Cd).
Food contact
Not intended for food-contact applications.
WHMIS 2015 (Canada)
Classified — Signal word: Warning.
TSCA / DSL
All substances listed on US TSCA and Canadian DSL inventories.
§ 16Other Information
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Revision
Rev. 2026-06-15 (representative industry-standard datasheet).
Disclaimer
Information provided in good faith based on current knowledge. No warranty expressed or implied. User is responsible for verifying suitability for end use and compliance with local regulations.
Document
SDS for AllZone-CTA100

This SDS is provided as representative industry-standard guidance. For project-specific binding documentation, please request the formal current revision via the technical contact above.

Buyer FAQ

Questions Canadian buyers ask about Food & Tech Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid

What is anhydrous citric acid?
Anhydrous citric acid is the water-free crystalline form of citric acid (C6H8O7). It is used as an acidulant, pH regulator, chelating agent and shelf-life stabiliser in food, beverage, personal care and industrial cleaning formulations.
What is the difference between anhydrous and monohydrate citric acid?
Monohydrate contains one water molecule per citric acid molecule and is typical for dry powdered products. Anhydrous is preferred where any incoming moisture would harm the formulation — powdered beverages, effervescent tablets, some industrial cleaners. The two are not interchangeable on a like-for-like basis; adjust dosage for water content.
Is Allzone's citric acid Halal, Kosher and FDA compliant?
Food-grade citric acid can be supplied with per-shipment Halal, Kosher and FDA references, subject to formal confirmation on the specific shipped batch and origin. The technical-grade material is intended for industrial use only.
Do you supply citric acid in Canada and the GTA?
Yes. Allzone serves food, beverage, personal care and industrial buyers across Canada with primary presence in Ontario and the Greater Toronto Area. Packaging, mesh and lead time are confirmed at RFQ.
What information should I include in a citric acid quote request?
State the intended end-use (food / beverage / cleaning), grade (food or technical), form (anhydrous vs monohydrate), mesh size, packaging preference, destination and monthly volume.

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