Disodium citrate
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IUPAC name
Disodium hydrogen 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
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ECHA InfoCard | 100.005.113 |
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E number | E331ii (antioxidants, ...) |
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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, more properly, disodium hydrogen citrate, is an acid salt of citric acid with the chemical formula Na2C6H6O7. It is used as an antioxidant in food and to improve the effects of other antioxidants.[1] It is also used as an acidity regulator and sequestrant.[1] Typical products include gelatin, jam, sweets, ice cream, carbonated beverages, milk powder, wine, and processed cheeses.
Disodium citrate may be used in patients to alleviate discomfort from urinary-tract infections.[2][medical citation needed]
References[]
- ^ Jump up to: a b "Alkarate from Macleods: Disodium Hydrogen Citrate". drugsupdate.com.
- ^ "OTC Treatment".
Categories:
- Citrates
- Organic sodium salts
- Acid salts
- E-number additives