Potassium Citrate
K-citrate
- CAS
- 6100-05-6
- EC
- 612-062-1
- Food Code
- E332
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare
Potassium Citrate, tribasic with formula K3C6H5O7, is a deliquescent white granular powder highly soluble in water, providing alkalizing effects and chelation of calcium ions. Derived from citric acid fermentation, it offers a mild saline taste and is used for electrolyte balancing in neutral pH environments.
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Potassium Citrate
Applications
Functions as buffering agents in carbonated beverages; in urological medications for stone dissolution; in detergents for hard water softening; in cheese production for meltability; and in electrolyte powders for hydration recovery in industrial worker kits.
Safety & Risks
Mildly irritating to gastrointestinal tract in excess; low dermal hazard but dust can affect eyes. GRAS classification; monitor potassium levels in formulations and use anti-caking agents to prevent handling clumps.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg woven polypropylene bulks with anti-static liners. House in dehumidified bulk handling areas for flow optimization.