CAS RN: 77-92-9

EINECS: 201-069-1

Molecular formula: C₆H₈O₇

Molecular weight: 192.122

Appearance: Colorless translucent crystal or white particles, or white crystalline powder

Use: It is used as experimental reagent, chromatographic analysis reagent and biochemical reagent, and also used for buffer solution preparation. Used in the food industry, especially as an acidulant, pH buffer, and other compounds as a preservative. In the detergent industry, it is an ideal substitute for phosphate. Boiler chemical cleaning pickling agent, boiler chemical cleaning rinse agent. It is mainly used as a sour agent for food, and also used in the preparation of pharmaceutical cooling agents and detergents.

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