Calcium Citrate CAS 813-94-5
Calcium citrate is white crystalline powder, it is odorless, tasteless, insoluble in water and ethanol and easily soluble in dilute hydrochloric acid, it is used as nutrition enhancer in food and c...
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Introduction
Calcium citrate is white crystalline powder, it is odorless, tasteless, insoluble in water and ethanol and easily soluble in dilute hydrochloric acid, it is used as nutrition enhancer in food and calcium supplements in drug.
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Calcium Citrate |
| CAS No. | 813-94-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₁₂H₁₀Ca₃O₁₄ |
| Molecular Weight | 498.43 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder, odorless |
| Solubility | Insoluble in ethanol, slightly soluble in water (0.1g/100mL at 25°C) |
| Hygroscopicity | Slightly hygroscopic |
| Stability | Stable under normal conditions but incompatible with strong oxidizing agents |
| Loss of Crystal Water | Gradually loses crystal water when heated to 100°C |
| Primary Uses | Food calcium fortifier (absorption better than inorganic calcium). Used in baby formula, juice, dairy, beverages, sports drinks, etc. Also acts as a chelating agent, buffer, and tissue coagulant in the food industry. |
| Safety Information | |
| – ADI | No special provisions (FAO/WHO, 1994) |
| – Common Side Effects | Bloating, constipation, hiccups |
| – Severe Side Effects | Difficulty breathing, swallowing, bone/muscle pain, severe weight loss, frequent urination, thirst, irregular heartbeat, weakness. Seek immediate medical attention if these occur. |
| Regulatory Limits | |
| – Cereal Products | 8-16 g/kg |
| – Milk Beverages | 1.8-3.6 g/kg |
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