Anhydrous vs monohydrate citric acid?

Anhydrous: no crystal water, ≥99.5% purity. Monohydrate: ~8.6% water — correction factor 1.0951 when dosing by weight.

25 kg (one bag). No framework contracts. Order via FDCM.eu.

Food-grade EU approval?

Yes — E330 authorised under Reg. (EC) 1333/2008, quantum satis in most categories.

Food Additive · E330 · EU Stock

Citric Acid Anhydrous Bulk —
EU Wholesale
from 25 kg

Food-grade citric acid anhydrous (E330) from EU-audited supply chain. CAS 77-92-9, purity ≥99.5%, Certificate of Analysis per batch. Delivered to all 27 EU member states via DSV.

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25 kg

Min. order

€8.67

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E330

EU additive

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Quick Spec

CAS Number77-92-9

E NumberE330

Purity≥99.5% (anhydrous basis)

FormWhite crystalline powder

Solubility59.2 g/100 ml at 20°C

pH (1% solution)2.0–2.2

StorageDry, <25°C

Shelf life36 months

Packaging25 kg paper bag

DocsCoA · TDS · SDS

€8.67/kg

25 kg min · excl. VAT

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Product Overview

Citric Acid Anhydrous (E330) — EU Bulk Supplier

Citric acid anhydrous — food additive E330, CAS 77-92-9 — is one of the most widely produced organic acids globally, used across food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cleaning and cosmetic manufacturing. FDCM supplies food-grade citric acid anhydrous from EU stock in quantities from 25 kg with no framework contracts required.

The product meets the purity criteria of Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012 and complies with Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 on food additives (E330, quantum satis in most food categories). Pharmaceutical-grade material conforming to Ph. Eur. specifications is available on request. Each batch ships with a full Certificate of Analysis (CoA) covering purity, moisture, sulfated ash, heavy metals and microbiological parameters.

As a B2B wholesale supplier operating across all 27 EU member states, FDCM offers fast dispatch via DSV road freight, competitive per-kg pricing from 25 kg to full container loads, and complete documentation for quality-managed production environments.

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Technical Data

Citric Acid Anhydrous — Full Specification

Citric acid anhydrous (E330, CAS 77-92-9) is a triprotic carboxylic acid used as acidulant, preservative, chelating agent and pH regulator across food, pharma and industrial applications.

Physical & Chemical Properties

CAS Number	77-92-9
EINECS	201-069-1
E Number	E330
Molecular formula	C₆H₈O₇
Molecular weight	192.12 g/mol
Purity (food grade)	≥99.5% (anhydrous basis)
Appearance	White crystalline powder
Solubility in water	59.2 g/100 ml at 20°C
pH (1% solution)	2.0–2.2
Melting point	153–159°C
Bulk density	~800–900 g/L
Crystal water	None (anhydrous)

Packaging, Storage & Regulatory

Standard packaging	25 kg paper bag (PE liner)
Pallet	500 kg (20 × 25 kg)
Storage temperature	Max 25°C, dry conditions
Shelf life	36 months from production
EU food additive	Reg. (EC) 1333/2008 · (EU) 231/2012
Pharma grade	Ph. Eur. on request
CoA	Included per batch
TDS / SDS	On request, no extra charge
Allergen	Allergen-free
Non-GMO	Statement available
Halal / Kosher	On request

Industry Applications

Where Citric Acid Anhydrous Is Used

From carbonated beverages to descaling tablets — E330 is one of the most versatile organic acids across food, pharma, home care and industrial production.

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Beverages & Soft Drinks

Primary acidulant in carbonated drinks, fruit juices, energy drinks and sports beverages. Controls pH, enhances freshness and flavour, stabilises colour. Typical dosage: 0.5–3 g/L depending on product type.

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Confectionery & Candy

Sour coating component in acid-panned candies, fruit gums and chews. pH regulator that enhances pectin and gelatine gel formation in fruit jellies and pastilles. Creates the characteristic sharp sour note in citric-coated products.

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Cleaning & Descaling

Chelating agent and descaler in dishwasher tablets, laundry detergents and industrial cleaners. Forms stable complexes with calcium and magnesium ions, dissolving limescale deposits. Preferred over strong mineral acids for safety and biodegradability.

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Pharma & Nutraceuticals

pH regulator and solubility enhancer in tablets, effervescent formulations and liquid dosage forms. Reacts with sodium bicarbonate to generate CO₂ in effervescent tablets. Pharmaceutical grade (Ph. Eur.) available on request for GMP environments.

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Food Preservation

Inhibits enzymatic browning and microbial growth through pH reduction. Used in canned goods, jams, sauces and frozen fruit as an antioxidant synergist and acidulant. Extends shelf life when combined with other preservatives.

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Cosmetics & Personal Care

pH adjuster in shampoos, skin care formulations and cleansing creams. Buffering agent in AHA (alpha-hydroxy acid) formulations. Chelating agent for heavy metal traces in water-based formulations.

Regulatory Compliance

EU Food Law & Documentation

EU Food Additive Regulation

Citric acid (E330) is authorised as a food additive under Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008 of the European Parliament and of the Council. In most food categories it is permitted at quantum satis — meaning the quantity used must not exceed what is necessary to achieve the intended technological function. Purity criteria are defined in Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012.

Citric acid contains no allergens and is not derived from GM organisms. It is generally compatible with Halal and Kosher requirements — certificates available for eligible batches on request.

Documentation Available

Every shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) per production batch covering purity, moisture, sulfated ash, heavy metals (lead, arsenic, mercury, cadmium) and microbiological parameters. Technical Data Sheet (TDS), Safety Data Sheet (SDS), allergen declaration and non-GMO statement are available on request at no additional charge.

Pharmaceutical-grade citric acid (Ph. Eur.) with full GMP batch release documentation is available on request for regulated production environments.

Why FDCM

Bulk raw materials — without complexity

FDCM serves SMEs and industrial buyers across the EU. From 25 kg minimum, no framework contracts, complete documentation ready from day one.

Start from 25 kg

No large volume commitments. Order from a single 25 kg bag — ideal for R&D, recipe development or small-batch production runs.

EU-wide delivery

DSV logistics network covering all 27 EU member states. Tracked road freight with standard transit of 3–7 business days.

Full documentation

CoA per batch included. TDS, SDS, allergen declaration, non-GMO and Halal/Kosher certificates available on request at no extra cost.

Audited supply chain

EU-registered suppliers with traceable lot numbers. Full compliance with Regulation (EC) 1333/2008 and EU 231/2012 purity criteria.

FAQ

Frequently Asked Questions

Citric acid anhydrous (CAS 77-92-9) contains no water of crystallisation and has purity ≥99.5% on an anhydrous basis. Citric acid monohydrate (CAS 5949-29-1) contains one molecule of water of crystallisation (~8.6% by weight), which slightly reduces the active content per kg. When dosing by weight, anhydrous and monohydrate forms are not directly interchangeable — a correction factor of approximately 1.0951 applies. For applications sensitive to hygroscopicity, the anhydrous form is often preferred.

The minimum order quantity is 25 kg — one standard paper bag. There are no framework contracts, registration fees or minimum annual volumes. Business customers can create a free account on FDCM.eu and place orders directly. Volume pricing is available from 500 kg (one pallet) per batch.

Standard stock is food-grade citric acid anhydrous (E330), compliant with Commission Regulation (EU) No 231/2012. Pharmaceutical-grade material conforming to Ph. Eur. specifications is available on request with full GMP batch release documentation.

Every shipment includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) per batch covering purity, moisture, sulfated ash, heavy metals and microbiological parameters. TDS, SDS, allergen declaration, non-GMO statement and country of origin certificate are available on request at no additional charge.

FDCM delivers to all 27 EU member states via DSV road freight. Standard transit time is 3–7 business days depending on destination. For deliveries outside the EU, please contact us directly.

Yes. Citric acid is widely used as a chelating agent and descaler in dishwasher tablets, laundry products and industrial cleaners. Food-grade quality is suitable for these applications; technical-grade material at a lower price point is available on request.

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