| Identification | ||
| Name | Citric acid | |
| Synonyms | Citric acid anhydrous; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic acid; 2-Hydroxytricarballylic acid | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C6H8O7 | |
| Molecular Weight | 192.12 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 77-92-9 | |
| EINECS | 201-069-1 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.542 | |
| Melting point | 153-154.5 ºC | |
| Flash point | 100 ºC | |
| Water solubility | 750 g/L (20 ºC) | |