Citric Acid Anhydrous is the anhydrous form of citric acid with the formula C6H8O7. Here is a description of anhydrous citric acid and some common uses:

Description: 

•Chemical properties: Citric acid anhydrous white crystalline, is an anhydrous solid. It has a sour taste of citric acid and a special aroma.

•Source: Citric acid anhydrous can be obtained by removing the crystal water from citric acid monohydrate under appropriate temperature and humidity conditions.

Purpose: 

1. Food additive: Citric acid anhydrous is a commonly used food additive, widely used in food and beverage manufacturing. It can be used as an acid agent, an acidity regulator and an antioxidant. Citric acid anhydrous can increase the acidity of food and beverages, improve the taste and flavor. It is used in the manufacture of foods such as carbonated beverages, juices, jellies, sweets, cans, sauces and condiments.

2. Acidity regulator: Because citric acid anhydrous has a sour taste, it can be used as a food acidity regulator. By adjusting the acid-base balance of food, the texture, stability and flavor characteristics of food can be changed.

3. Cosmetics and personal care products: Citric acid anhydrous is also widely used in cosmetics and personal care products. It can be used as a regulator, pH regulator and preservative. Citric acid anhydrous is commonly found in facial cleansers, shampoos, hair care products, oral care products and skin care products.

4. Cleaners and detergents: Citric acid anhydrous also has applications in cleaners and detergents. It can be used to remove scale, clean appliances and clean household surfaces. Citric acid anhydrous has a good cleaning effect on stones, glass and metal surfaces.

5. Pharmaceutical preparations: citric acid anhydrous has a certain application in pharmaceutical preparations. It can be used as a solvent, stabilizer and acidity regulator for drugs. In some drugs, anhydrous citric acid can help improve the solubility and stability of the drug.