1. Chemical Name:Tricalcium Citrate Alias:Tricalcium Citrate, Calcium Citrate Molecular Formula: Ca3(C6H5O7)2·4H2O
2. Molecular Weight:570.50
3. Characteristics:White powder, odorless, slightly hygroscopic, extremely difficult to dissolve in water (0.095g/100ml, 25°C). Almost insoluble in ethanol (0.0089g/
100ml, 25°C). Crystal water gradually loses moisture when heated to 100°C and completely dehydrates at 120°C.
4. Quality Standards:FCC-V, USP23
5. Uses:Chelating agent, buffer; coagulant; calcium fortifier, emulsifying salt. According to GB1980-94, used in legumes and their products, beverages, 8-16g/kg. According to FAO/WHO (1984) regulations, uses and limits are: low-concentrated milk, sweetened condensed milk, light cream, etc., used alone at 2g/kg, combined with other stabilizers at 3g/kg (calculated as anhydrous); milk powder, cream powder 5g/kg; processed cheese manufacturing 40g/kg; jams and jellies; canned tomatoes, cold drinks, caseinates, used as a fortifier according to GMP. The theoretical calcium content of this product is 21.07%, and it can be used in flour, pastries, Japanese fermented soybean paste, etc. Japan sets a limit of 1%.
6. Packaging:Lined with polyethylene plastic bag, outer composite plastic woven bag, net weight 25kg per bag.
7. Storage and Transportation Precautions:This product should be stored sealed in a dry and ventilated warehouse. Handle with care during loading and unloading to prevent packaging damage and moisture. Store separately from harmful and toxic substances.
| Indicator Name | FCC-V | USP23 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Content (dry basis), % | 97.5-100.5 | 97.5- 100.5 |
| Arsenic, ≤% | -- | 0.0003 |
| Fluoride, ≤% | 0.003 | 0.003 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb), ≤% | -- | 0.002 |
| Loss on Drying, % | 10.0-14.0 | 10.0-13.3 |
| Acid Insoluble Matter, ≤% | -- | 0.2 |
| Lead, ≤% | 0.0002 | -- |
