CAS 6132-04-3
Sodium Citrate in Kenya
CAS 6132-04-3C6H9Na3O9294.10 g/mol
Sodium Citrate, or trisodium 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate dihydrate (CAS 6132-04-3), serves primarily in food processing and healthcare applications. This versatile compound, notable for its high solubility in water, is essential for pH regulation, acting also as a buffering agent. Its applications extend across multiple industries, including those requiring rigorous compliance with standards, making it a valuable ingredient for formulations needing stability and performance.
Main applicationFood preservation — acts as a preservative and stabilizer in food formulations.
Sodium Citrate is significant in food processing and pharmaceuticals due to its role in preservative formulations and as a buffering agent. It not only helps maintain quality and extends shelf life, but also assures compliance with health regulations, which is critical in today's consumer-focused markets.
Also known as
- Trisodium citrate dihydrate
- Sodium citrate dihydrate
- Sodium citrate hydrate
- B22547B95K
- Citric acid
- trisodium salt
- dihydrate
- Sodium citrate hydrous
- Emetrol Chewables Orange
- Nauzene
Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in 25kg bags
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 6132-04-3
- Chemical formula
- C6H9Na3O9
- Molecular weight
- 294.10 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White crystalline powder
- Solubility
- 77 g/100ml
Sodium Citrate is a tri-sodium salt of citric acid, provided in powder form. It exhibits high solubility in water at 77 g/100ml, which is crucial for its application in food and pharmaceutical formulations. When ordering, buyers should specify the grade (BP/USP/IFCC) required for their specific application. The purity and concentration should align with industry standards to ensure optimal performance in buffering or stabilizing processes.
Delivery
Sodium Citrate in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food preservation — acts as a preservative and stabilizer in food formulations.
- pH regulation — controls acidity in various products, maintaining desired pH levels.
- Buffering agent — used in pharmaceuticals and laboratory settings to maintain stable pH.
- Emulsification — facilitates the mixing of oil and water in food products.
- Metal treatment — helps in the cleaning and preparation of metal surfaces before coating.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- High solubility enhances integration into various formulations, improving effectiveness.
- Effective pH regulator enables precise control in food and pharmaceutical applications.
- Acts as a preservative to extend shelf life and product stability.
- Facilitates improved texture in emulsions, boosting product quality.
- GMO Free label assures compliance with organic and health-focused standards.
Quality assurance
- Batches are checked against the specification values listed above before dispatch.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of Sodium Citrate in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Sodium Citrate in Kenya is 6132-04-3. Its chemical formula is C6H9Na3O9, with a molecular weight of 294.10 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for Sodium Citrate in Kenya?
Sodium Citrate in Kenya is also referred to as Trisodium citrate dihydrate, Sodium citrate dihydrate, Sodium citrate hydrate, B22547B95K, Citric acid and trisodium salt. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of Sodium Citrate in Kenya is supplied?
Sodium Citrate in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does Sodium Citrate in Kenya look like?
Sodium Citrate in Kenya is described as white crystalline powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is Sodium Citrate in Kenya used for?
Common applications include food preservation — acts as a preservative and stabilizer in food formulations., pH regulation — controls acidity in various products, maintaining desired pH levels., buffering agent — used in pharmaceuticals and laboratory settings to maintain stable pH., emulsification — facilitates the mixing of oil and water in food products. and metal treatment — helps in the cleaning and preparation of metal surfaces before coating.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use Sodium Citrate in Kenya?
Sodium Citrate in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cleaning & Detergents and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is Sodium Citrate in Kenya available in?
Available in 25kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 71474pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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