Citric Acid
Citric acid is an acidulant used to adjust pH, balance flavour and support product formulation across many categories.
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Citric Acid
Wholesale citric acid for beverages, confectionery, bakery fillings, dry mixes, sauces and food manufacturers. Current packaging and minimum orders are shown in the pricing section.
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Price$393.42 per package
$15.74 per kg
Total
$393.4225 kg · 1 package
Package size25 kgMinimum order25 kg · 1 packageSKUNTF-000110-25KG
Price subject to confirmationFinal pricing, availability, freight, duties, taxes and delivery terms are confirmed in the formal quotation.Exchange rate date: 2026-08-28
Verified product data
Anhydrous citric acid
The documented anhydrous grade is fermentation-derived citric acid in crystal form, specified at 99.5% minimum purity on a dry basis.
Identity and grade
Documented grade: Anhydrous citric acid
Process: Fermentation using sucrose or dextrose as substrate
Appearance: Crystals with characteristic taste and odor
Available particle profiles: Granular and fine granular
Technical specifications
Purity, dry basis: ≥99.5%
Moisture: ≤0.5%
Ash: ≤0.05%
Heavy metals / arsenic / lead: <5.0 / <1.0 / <0.5 mg/kg
Oxalate and sulfate: Pass USP/FCC tests
Packaging and storage
Commercial package: 25 kg multiwall paper bag with polyethylene film
Shelf life: 5 years
Storage: Hygroscopic: keep the original package closed under low-temperature, low-humidity conditions to prevent caking
Documented applications
Powdered drinks, soft drinks and juices
Candies and confectionery
Wine, oils and fats
Pharmaceutical and cosmetic formulations
Declarations and scope
The technical specification records negative declarations for the listed allergen categories.
The documented values apply to the anhydrous grade and should not be generalized to citric-acid monohydrate.
Technical specification reference
Revision: 00
Effective date: March 17, 2023
Confirm granular or fine-granular profile, current specification and lot COA when ordering.
Citric acid ingredient guide
What is citric acid?
Citric acid is a food acid used in manufacturing as an acidulant, pH-control agent, flavoring aid and sequestrant. Commercial food-grade citric acid is commonly produced by fermentation of carbohydrate media, then recovered, purified and crystallized into a white, odorless solid. It is not the same ingredient as ascorbic acid, which is Vitamin C.
Food developers can work with anhydrous or monohydrate citric acid, as well as different crystal or particle sizes. The forms have different molecular weights and moisture content, which can affect dosing calculations, handling and dry-blend behavior. Final acidity depends on the complete formulation, buffering capacity, solids, process and target pH, so the exact Nutrifena grade and approved specification should be confirmed before scale-up.
Ingredient value
Citric acid benefits
Citric acid provides precise sourness and acidity control, but the final sensory and technical result must be validated in the complete formulation.
Acidity and pH adjustment
Helps formulators move a product toward the required acidity range while balancing the buffering capacity of the full system.
Clean, recognizable sourness
Builds a bright acid profile in beverages, confectionery, fruit preparations, sauces and dry mixes.
Sequestration and process support
Can bind certain metal ions and support formulation performance where sequestration is relevant to the finished product.
For manufacturers
Benefits of citric acid for formulation
Supports repeatable pH and titratable-acidity development when dosing and process controls are validated.
Provides a concentrated acid profile for beverage, confectionery, fruit and sauce systems.
Dissolves readily in water and can be incorporated into liquid or dry manufacturing processes.
Blends with sugar, maltodextrin, starch, xanthan gum, botanical powders and high-intensity sweeteners.
Available in anhydrous or other specified forms depending on the approved SKU and supplier documentation.
Available to B2B buyers in packaged and quoted commercial quantities. The current minimum order is shown in the pricing section.
Commercial uses
Citric acid applications
01Beverages
02Confectionery
03Bakery and fillings
04Dry mixes
05Sauces and preserves
06Supplements
Starting points for R&D
Three citric acid pilot formulations
Each example is a 2.2 lb (1kg) pilot formulation created for commercial product development. These are starting points, not finished product specifications; validate processing, stability, sensory performance, nutrition, allergens and regulatory compliance before production.
01
Lemon beverage dry premix
Beverage manufacturers · Powder blends · Food serviceSugar27.51 oz (780g)
Nutrifena Corn Maltodextrin5.11 oz (145g)
Nutrifena Citric Acid1.76 oz (50g)
Natural lemon flavor0.53 oz (15g)
Nutrifena Ascorbic Acid — Vitamin C0.35 oz (10g)
Pilot method
Blend all powders until uniform. Determine the required serving addition rate and dissolve into water under suitable agitation. Validate pH, titratable acidity, sweetness, flavor balance, clarity, vitamin retention and storage stability before production.
02
Berry gummy confectionery base
Confectioneries · Gummy manufacturers · Product developmentSugar17.64 oz (500g)
Glucose syrup solids8.82 oz (250g)
Gelatin5.29 oz (150g)
Nutrifena Corn Maltodextrin1.76 oz (50g)
Nutrifena Citric Acid1.06 oz (30g)
Nutrifena Dehydrated Açaí Powder 50%0.71 oz (20g)
Pilot method
Pre-blend the citric acid and açaí powder with part of the sugar and maltodextrin. Develop the required water addition, gelatin bloom, cook sequence and acid-addition point for the target process. Validate final solids, pH, set, texture, flavor, water activity and shelf life.
03
Cook-up berry bakery filling base
Bakeries · Dessert manufacturers · Fruit preparation systemsSugar24.69 oz (700g)
Nutrifena Tapioca Starch7.05 oz (200g)
Nutrifena Corn Maltodextrin2.47 oz (70g)
Nutrifena Citric Acid0.53 oz (15g)
Nutrifena Dehydrated Açaí Powder 50%0.35 oz (10g)
Nutrifena Xanthan Gum0.18 oz (5g)
Pilot method
Pre-blend the citric acid and xanthan gum into the sugar and maltodextrin before adding the tapioca starch and açaí powder. Develop the dry-base addition rate with the target fruit and water phase. Validate cook temperature, final solids, acidity, hot-fill behavior, bake stability and storage performance.
Buyer questions
Citric acid FAQ
Does Nutrifena have a minimum order quantity for citric acid?
Yes. The current minimum order is shown in the pricing section. Availability, packaging, freight and lead time are confirmed in the quote.
What is the difference between anhydrous and monohydrate citric acid?
Anhydrous citric acid contains no water of crystallization, while the monohydrate form includes one water molecule in its crystal structure. Confirm the supplied form because molecular weight, moisture and dosing calculations differ.
Are citric acid and ascorbic acid the same?
No. Citric acid is primarily used as an acidulant and pH-control ingredient. Ascorbic acid is Vitamin C. They may appear together in a formulation, but they are not interchangeable.
Can citric acid preserve a finished food by itself?
Citric acid can help adjust acidity, but it does not by itself establish a safe or stable preservation process. The manufacturer must validate pH, water activity, thermal process, packaging, hygiene and the complete preservation system.
Which citric acid grade should I request?
Specify the application, required form, crystal size, target pH, process, quantity and destination. Nutrifena can then identify the relevant available SKU and documentation.
Can I request technical and label information?
Yes. Include the required package size, application, process, quantity and destination in your enquiry so the team can identify the relevant SKU and available documentation.
Regulatory and specification note: The FDA lists citric acid under 21 CFR 184.1033 and identifies technical effects including pH control and sequestration. Review the FDA Substances Added to Food inventory and the FAO/WHO JECFA citric acid specification alongside the approved Nutrifena SKU specification before setting use levels, claims or purchasing requirements.
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