Citric Acid Monohydrate — Pharma Grade Supplier, Hyderabad
Product Overview
Citric Acid Monohydrate is the hydrated form of citric acid, commonly used in pharmaceutical tablet formulations, effervescent preparations, and food products as an acidulant and chelating agent. It is preferred over the anhydrous form in humid conditions due to its stability. Available in IP, BP, EP, and USP grades.
Specifications
| CAS Number | 5949-29-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₈O₇·H₂O |
| Molecular Weight | 210.14 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Assay | 99.5–100.5% |
| Water Content | 7.5–9.0% |
| Grades | IP / BP / EP / USP |
| Packaging | 25 kg HDPE bags |
Applications
- Effervescent tablet and sachet formulations
- Buffering and pH control in oral liquids
- Acidulant in food and beverage products
- Chelating agent for metal ion sequestration
- Preservative synergist in cosmetics
- Flavour enhancer in nutraceutical products
Why Source from Surravi Phharma?
- Ready stock maintained in our centralised AC warehouse, Hyderabad
- IP / BP / EP / USP grades available
- Complete documentation: COA, MSDS, Regulatory certifications
- Flexible quantities — lab scale to bulk commercial
- Prompt delivery with pan India logistics support
Frequently Asked Questions
Where can I buy Citric Acid Monohydrate in Hyderabad?
Surravi Phharma supplies Citric Acid Monohydrate IP/BP/EP/USP grade in Hyderabad with ready stock. Contact +91 8008002576 for pricing, COA, and same-day dispatch availability.
When should I use Citric Acid Monohydrate instead of Anhydrous?
Use monohydrate when your process or formulation has controlled humidity and the crystalline form is advantageous for flow and handling. Use anhydrous when manufacturing effervescent dosage forms where any water content must be minimised to prevent premature CO₂ release.
What grades of Citric Acid Monohydrate are available?
We supply IP, BP, EP, and USP pharmacopoeial grades. All grades are accompanied by Certificate of Analysis (COA) and Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) from the manufacturer.
Is Citric Acid Monohydrate available for food applications?
Yes. Our Citric Acid Monohydrate meets food-grade specifications (E330) in addition to pharmacopoeial standards, making it suitable for beverage acidulation, food preservation, and oral pharmaceutical preparations.