Disodium citrate
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Disodium hydrogen 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
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C6H6Na2O7 | |
Molar mass | 236.087 g·mol−1 |
Appearance | white crystalline powder |
Melting point | 149 °C (300 °F; 422 K) |
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Except where otherwise noted, data are given for materials in their standard state (at 25 °C [77 °F], 100 kPa).
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Disodium citrate, also known as disodium hydrogen citrate, Alkacitron, and sesquihydrate, is an acid salt of citric acid with the chemical formula Na2C6H6O7.[1]
Uses
Food
It is used as an antioxidant in food and to improve the effects of other antioxidants.[2] It is also used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant.[2] Typical products include gelatin, jam, sweets, ice cream, carbonated beverages, milk powder, wine, and processed cheeses. Disodium citrate can also be used as a thickening agent or stabilizer.[3]
Manufacturing
Disodium citrate can also be used as an ingredient in household products that remove stains.[4]
Health
Disodium citrate may be used in patients to alleviate discomfort from urinary-tract infections.[5][6]
References
- ^ PubChem. "Disodium citrate". pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Retrieved 2022-08-30.
- ^ a b "Alkarate from Macleods: Disodium Hydrogen Citrate". drugsupdate.com.
- ^ PubChem. "Disodium citrate". pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Retrieved 2022-08-30.
- ^ PubChem. "Disodium citrate". pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov. Retrieved 2022-09-19.
- ^ "OTC Treatment".
- ^ "Disodium Hydrogen Citrate Syrup". labeling.pfizer.com. Retrieved 2022-09-26.
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