Citric Acid as a food additive functions as E330. It is an excellent preservative added to canned and preserved products to keep them fresh. It also serves as a binder and thickener in sauces, creams, jellies, jams and marmalades. In confectionery and baked goods, it improves the leavening power of the baking soda. It is also an important ingredient in cheese and beer production.

Citric Acid is also used in other industries, including as a water softener in detergents and soaps and as a fertilizer in agriculture. It is also added to feeds – the addition of Citric Acid has been shown to have a positive effect on broiler performance and bone mineralization, as well as better growth in weaners. In addition, thanks to citric acid, feed stays fresher longer and is tastier for the animals, which contributes to weight gain.

In the pharmaceutical industry, it is found in dietary supplements and in the formulation of drugs. Citric Acid masks their bitter taste, also has effervescent properties and stabilizing functions.

Citric Acid is also widely used in the manufacture of cosmetics. Since it has a whitening effect, it can be found in cosmetics for blemished skin. In addition, it acts as an antioxidant and prolongs the shelf life of cosmetics. Cosmetics also benefit from the fact that citric acid smoothes wrinkles and has an exfoliating effect.

The shelf life of Citric Acid is approximately 3 years. The product should be stored in a dry, cool warehouse