Citric Acid (monohydrate) is a natural occurring fruit acid that can be used in DIY home cleaning, cosmetics and personal care products. Citric acid is fully biodegradable and is the most widely used organic acid and pH-control agent. It's safe for the planet's water system, and contains no harsh toxins that would pose a threat to your family's health.
Uses & Benefits
- Citric acid is effective at killing bacteria, mould, and mildew
- It cleans away hard water marks, calcium deposits, soap scum, limescale and even rust
- Can be used in DIY cosmetics and personal care products to delay discolouration and to retain vitamin content
- Citric acid is fully biodegradable and is the most widely used organic acid and pH-control agent
- Though not a preservative, citric acid does help to boost the efficacy of your preservative
Storage: Keep in a cool dry place, with no direct sunlight. Store in a dry container in a dry cupboard.
Cautions
Keep out of reach of children.
Don't add too much citric acid to hair products like shampoos, it can change your hair colour.
Consult your healthcare adviser if pregnant or breastfeeding before use.
Physical & Chemical Properties
Physical State: Solid Powder
Appearance: White
Odour: Odourless
Molecular Formula: C6H8O7.H2O
Molecular Mass: 210.14 /mol
Classification: Tricarboxylic Acid
pH (value): 2.2 50g/L (20 C)
Melting Point/Range: 135-152 C / 275-305.6 F
Boiling Point/Range: 310 C
Flash Point: 173.9 C / 345 F
Evaporation Rate: N/A
Density: 1.54 g/cm3 (20 C)
Bulk Density: 550 - 950 kg/m3 (20 C)
Solubility: Soluble in Water
Also Soluble In: Alcohol, Acetone, Dimethyl Sulfoxide, and Ethyl Acetate.
Autoignition Temperature: 345 C / 653 F
Decomposition Temperature: > 170 C
Viscosity: N/A
Stability & Reactivity
Reactive Hazard: None known, based on information available
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible products. Excess heat. Temperatures above 170 ™C. Avoid dust formation.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Hazardous Polymerization: Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions: None under normal processing.