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USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous FCC; Food; USP Grade - Various Sizes

USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous is a premium USP and FCC grade white crystalline powder designed for food, beverage, personal care, cleaning, and industrial applications. This highly pure, odorless citric acid dissolves readily in water for convenient processing and formulation.

Citric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid commonly used as a flavor enhancer, preservative, and pH adjuster. Its versatile properties make it suitable for applications ranging from food and beverage production to detergents, bath bombs, personal care products, and household or industrial cleaning.

For stainless steel cleaning, dissolve the citric acid in warm water to help remove mineral deposits, limescale, oxidation, and tarnish. Always test on a small area first and avoid use on natural stone surfaces such as marble or granite. Store sealed in a cool, dry place and protect from moisture and incompatible materials.

USP / FCC Grade Anhydrous Citric Acid Water-Soluble Various Sizes

USP / FCC Grade: Food and beverage compliant grade — suitable for applications requiring established quality and purity benchmarks.

Highly Water-Soluble: Rapid dissolution in water — supports convenient formulation, processing, and cleaning applications.

Multipurpose Performance: Versatile organic acid — useful across food, personal care, cleaning, and industrial applications.

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Why this Citric Acid?

USP and FCC grade — meets the stated pharmacopeia and food-grade benchmarks for the supplied citric acid.
Highly water-soluble — dissolves readily in water for convenient formulation and processing.
Versatile applications — suitable for food and beverage, personal care, detergents, bath bombs, and cleaning applications.
Stainless steel cleaning — can help remove limescale, mineral deposits, oxidation, and tarnish when properly diluted.
Various sizes — available in multiple size options to support different application and purchasing requirements.

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Technical Specifications

Specification	Details
Product Name	USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous FCC; Food; USP Grade
Product Type	Citric Acid Anhydrous
Brand	USA Lab
Grade	USP / FCC
Chemical Form	Granular
Appearance	White, Clear Crystalline
Odor	Odorless
Solubility	Highly Water-Soluble
pH (Aqueous Solution)	2.0-2.5
Specific Gravity @ 25°C	1.665 (Water = 1)
CAS Number	77-92-9
Synonyms	2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic Acid; Citric Acid Anhydrous; E330
Supplier	Sucroal
Package Type	Bucket
End Use	Food & Beverage, Detergents, Cleaners, Bath Bombs
Applications	Food, Personal Care, Household, and Industrial Cleaning
Auto-Ignition Temperature	1,010°C (1,850°F)
Primary Function	Flavor Enhancer, Preservative, and pH Adjuster
Cleaning Application	Stainless Steel Mineral Deposit and Limescale Removal

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FAQ

What grade is USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous?

USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous is supplied as USP and FCC grade citric acid, suitable for food, beverage, personal care, cleaning, and industrial applications described for the product.

Is USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous water-soluble?

Yes. USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous is highly water-soluble and is designed for rapid dissolution in water for convenient formulation, processing, and cleaning applications.

What can USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous be used for?

USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous can be used in food and beverage applications as a flavor enhancer, preservative, and pH adjuster, as well as in detergents, bath bombs, personal care products, and household or industrial cleaning.

Can USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous be used to clean stainless steel?

Yes. USA Lab Citric Acid Anhydrous can be dissolved in warm water to help remove mineral deposits, limescale, oxidation, and tarnish from stainless steel. Test on a small area first and avoid natural stone surfaces such as marble or granite.

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All items are carefully packaged to ensure safe delivery. In the rare event that your item arrives damaged, please notify us within 3 days of receipt. We will promptly provide a replacement or issue a refund.

Please note that any damage occurring after delivery is not covered under warranty. We appreciate your understanding and your trust in our products.

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Return Window:	30 days
Warranty Term:	1 Year
Lead Time:	1-3 Days
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USA Lab branded products are returnable within 30 days of order date with prior authorization. Email us before sending anything back.
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USA Lab products are covered against manufacturing defects for up to 3 years, depending on product line.
1 year: chillers, heaters, rotovaps, reactors, vacuum ovens, mixers, and most equipment. 2 years: UVP vacuum pumps. 3 years: scientific freeze dryers.
Wear items (glassware, gaskets, heating elements, sensors) and fittings/steel are not covered. Report defects within 30 days (3 days for glass).
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