Citric Acid 50% Solution, FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal

Citric Acid 50% Solution, FCC/Food Grade, Kosher, Halal

Citric Acid 50% appears as a colorless clear liquid with an acidic taste. It possesses no odor and is very soluble in water and ethanol at ambient conditions. Citric Acid, 50% Solution, Food Grade contains ~50% by weight of pure Citric Acid dissolved in 50% by weight purified Water . Based on its purity, premium quality Citric Acid Powder is certified by the FCC (Food Chemicals Codex). In addition, it is also certified as a Kosher, non-GMO, and Vegan product.

Thanks to its high level of purity, it can be generally used in the food industry as an acidifier, flavoring agent, and chelating agent as well as in the pharmaceutical industry .

Citric Acid 50% Solution is a colorless, clear liquid with an acidic taste and no odor. It’s about 50% citric acid by weight, CAS 77-92-9, and it’s very soluble in water and ethanol at ambient conditions. The grade is Food Grade, and it’s certified by the FCC (Food Chemicals Codex), so it fits food and beverage work where that standard matters. It’s also Kosher and Halal certified, GMO free, and Vegan. The Product Manuals section lists the Safety Data Sheet, Technical Data Sheet, Kosher and Halal certifications, and statements on allergens, BPA, GMO free status, PFAS and PFOS, source, TSE and BSE, and animal testing. Certificates of Analysis are listed there too.

Most people reach for this solution as an acidifier, a flavoring agent, or a chelating agent in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical work. Here’s where things get tricky. You need the right grade, the right paperwork, and a size that fits your batch, and a supplier who misses one of those can stall your whole run. That’s where we come in. Sizes run from 500 mL to 275 gallons, with case options too. Pick a size, set up Autoship if you reorder often, or send us the details through our quote request form for larger volumes. That’s our promise: on budget, on time, every time.

Common Uses and Applications

Sour taste for food and beverages

Acidifier and flavoring agent

Pharmaceuticals & Nutraceuticals

Manufacturing & Industrial

Q: What is Citric Acid 50% Solution used for? A: It’s used as an acidifier, flavoring agent, and chelating agent in food, beverage, and pharmaceutical work. Other uses include pH adjustment, water softening, bread making, and craft and candy making.

Q: What does Food Grade mean, and is it suitable for food and beverage use? A: On this product, Food Grade means it’s certified to FCC (Food Chemicals Codex). It’s used in the food and beverage industry as an acidifier and flavoring agent. Check the Technical Data Sheet and the lot COA against your own requirements before you order.

Q: What sizes are available, and does it ship as hazmat? A: You can order 500 mL, 1 L, 1 gallon, 4 L, 5 gallon, 55 gallon, and 275 gallon sizes, plus cases of 6 x 500 mL, 4 x 1 L, 4 x 1 gallon, and 4 x 4 L. The page doesn’t list a hazmat classification, so check the Safety Data Sheet or contact us for shipping details.

Q: How do I get the SDS and Certificate of Analysis? A: Both are on this page. Open the Product Manuals section for the Safety Data Sheet and Technical Data Sheet, then switch to the Certificates of Analysis list to pick the lot you need.

Q: How should it be stored? A: The page doesn’t list storage conditions, so follow the storage guidance in the Safety Data Sheet. If you want a second opinion, reach out to us before you order.

Q: What concentration is it? A: It’s a 50% solution, with about 50% citric acid by weight. Lot specific results are on the Certificates of Analysis.

Q: Is it Kosher and Halal certified? A: Yes. The title carries both certifications, and the Product Manuals include a Kosher Certification and a Halal Certification you can download.

Q: What if I need citric acid in a different form or grade? A: This one is a liquid solution. Browse the Citric Acid category to compare other citric acid products, or send us your requirements through the quote request form .

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