CAS 6132-04-3
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya
CAS 6132-04-3C6H9Na3O9294.10 g/mol
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate is a versatile compound primarily used as a food additive and buffering agent. Known for its high solubility in water, it serves vital roles in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and beverage production. This compound is recognized for its trisodium salt form of citric acid, providing functional benefits across diverse industries such as food and healthcare.
Main applicationFood and beverage production — acts as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate is significant because it enhances product quality, purity, and stability in food and pharmaceuticals. Its role in preserving freshness and managing pH levels makes it a staple ingredient for manufacturers aiming to ensure product efficacy and safety.
Also known as
- Trisodium citrate dihydrate
- Sodium citrate dihydrate
- Sodium citrate hydrate
- Citric acid
- trisodium salt
- dihydrate
- E331

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Available in various pack sizes
- consult for specific requirements.
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
- Food grade
- Appearance
- Granular white powder
- Solubility
- 77 g/100ml
Comprising three sodium ions and citrate with the formula C6H9Na3O9, Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate offers excellent solubility in water, measured at 77 g/100ml. This property is beneficial in applications necessitating quick dissolution and uniform distribution in solutions. Technical buyers should consider the purity grade, ensuring the product meets the required specifications for their intended use. Always specify the concentration and form when ordering this product.
Delivery
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate 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 and beverage production — acts as a preservative and flavor enhancer.
- Pharmaceuticals — used as a buffering agent in formulations.
- Laboratories — employed in various biochemical applications.
- Cleaning agents — found in formulations for its emulsifying properties.
- Cosmetics — helps maintain pH balance in personal care products.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Versatile preservative — prolongs shelf life in food products.
- Effective buffer — stabilizes pH levels in pharmaceutical applications.
- Easy to handle — granular form simplifies measurement and mixing.
- High solubility — promotes rapid dissolution in aqueous solutions.
- Food safe — complies with regulatory requirements for food applications.
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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya?
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya is also referred to as Trisodium citrate dihydrate, Sodium citrate dihydrate, Sodium citrate hydrate, Citric acid, trisodium salt and dihydrate. 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya is supplied?
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya is supplied as Food 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya look like?
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya is described as granular white 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya used for?
Common applications include food and beverage production — acts as a preservative and flavor enhancer., pharmaceuticals — used as a buffering agent in formulations., laboratories — employed in various biochemical applications., cleaning agents — found in formulations for its emulsifying properties. and cosmetics — helps maintain pH balance in personal care products.. 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya?
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care, 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 Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate in Kenya available in?
Available in various pack sizes; consult for specific requirements. 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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