Monocalcium citrate
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IUPAC name
calcium tetrahydrogen 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
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E number | E333i (antioxidants, ...) |
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Properties | |
C6H8CaO7 | |
Molar mass | 232.20 g/mol |
Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Monocalcium citrate also known as calcium monocitrate is a compound with formula C6H8CaO7. It is a calcium acid salt of citric acid. It is used as a firming agent in food, and as an acidity regulator and sequestrant.
See also
References
- Food Additives in Europe 2000, pp. 322-324, Nordic Council of Ministers, 2002 ISBN 928930829X.
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