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Potassium Citrate (Tripotassium Citrate, Anhydrous)

CAS 866-84-2 · Formula C6H5K3O7 · MW 306.39 g/mol

The anhydrous tripotassium citrate grade for buffering, sequestering, and emulsifying-salt applications. Established uses include acidity regulation and buffering, sequestrant and chelating duty, and stabilizer and emulsifying-salt function in food and beverage applications.

Part of Chelators & pH Adjusters · Acids & Salts · Stabilizers & Processing Aids
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HS Code
2918.15
At a Glance
Material Family
Acids & Salts
Record Type
Pure compound
Primary Role
Chelation / Sequestration · pH Adjustment
Solubility
1 G DISSOLVES IN 0.65 ML WATER
Functional Roles
Chelation / Sequestration pH Adjustment
INCI Name
POTASSIUM CITRATE
CosIng Functions
BUFFERINGCHELATING
Industries Served
Beauty & Personal Care Food & Beverage HI&I Cleaning Industrial Manufacturing Textiles Water Treatment
Applications & Use Cases
  • ▸ Acidity regulation: Food-additive buffer and pH adjuster
  • ▸ Sequestrant/chelating: Binds metal ions to stabilize formulations
  • ▸ Emulsifying salt: Stabilizer and emulsifying salt in food systems
  • ▸ Intermediate: Chemical intermediate
Physical Properties
Solubility
1 G DISSOLVES IN 0.65 ML WATER
pH
Between 7,5 and 9,0 (5 % aqueous solution)
Safety & Handling
Full SDS available on request

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HS / Tariff Classification
Harmonized System (HS) Code — 6-digit international heading
2918 . 15
Chapter 29
Organic chemicals
Heading 29.18
Internationally harmonized (WCO HS)
Subheading 2918.15
6-digit international code — national tariff line adds further digits
Chemical Identity
CAS Number
866-84-2
Molecular Formula
C6H5K3O7
Molecular Weight
306.39 g/mol
IUPAC Name
tripotassium;2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate
INCI Name
POTASSIUM CITRATE
PubChem CID
13344
InChI Key
QEEAPRPFLLJWCF-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Synonyms & Trade Names
TRIPOTASSIUM CITRATE Kaliksir Potassium citrate anhydrous Litocit Porekal Kajos Urocit K Seltz-K K citrate Citric acid, tripotassium salt Potassium tribasic citrate ACALKA 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, tripotassium salt Anhydrous, Potassium Citrate
Full Description

Potassium citrate (CAS 866-84-2) is anhydrous tripotassium citrate, the potassium salt of citric acid. Established uses include acidity regulation and buffering, sequestrant and chelating duty, and stabilizer and emulsifying-salt function in food and beverage applications. It also serves as a chemical intermediate.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is potassium citrate USP FCC K used for?

This grade is anhydrous tripotassium citrate (CAS 866-84-2), the potassium salt of citric acid. In food, beverage, and industrial formulation it serves as an acidity regulator/buffer, a sequestrant and chelating agent for metal ions, and a stabilizer/emulsifying salt. It is also used as a chemical intermediate.

Is this anhydrous or monohydrate potassium citrate?

This is the anhydrous form (CAS 866-84-2, formula C6H5K3O7). It differs from tripotassium citrate monohydrate (CAS 6100-05-6), which contains water of crystallization. Confirm the CAS you need so we ship the correct grade.

What is the molecular weight of tripotassium citrate?

Anhydrous tripotassium citrate (C6H5K3O7) has a molecular weight of approximately 306.4 g/mol. The monohydrate (C6H7K3O8) is approximately 324.4 g/mol. We provide full identity data on the CoA and SDS.

What grades and packaging are available in bulk?

We supply USP/FCC-compliant anhydrous potassium citrate in industrial packaging including bags, drums, and totes, with a Certificate of Analysis per lot. Specify your required grade and volume for a quote.

What is the cost of bulk potassium citrate USP FCC K?

Bulk pricing varies by volume, packaging, and grade. Submit a quote request with your target quantity and we will return current pricing along with supporting CoA and SDS documentation; we do not list fixed retail prices.

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