Citrates

Monosodium Citrate & Trisodium Citrate

Citribel's Citrates

  1. Premium European Quality through Unique Surface Fermentation:
    At Citribel, we produce trisodium citrate dihydrate (TSC) and monosodium citrate anhydrous (MSC). Our unique surface fermentation process and dedicated refinery guarantee premium European quality. As a trusted trisodium citrate producer and monosodium citrate supplier, customers can rely on Citribel’s citrates for exceptional production standards and performance.
  2. Sustainable Circularity with Residual Flows from Sugar the Chain:
    Citribel’s citrates, including trisodium citrate and monosodium citrate, are produced sustainably using residual flows from the sugar chain as raw materials. This commitment to circularity not only makes the production process eco-friendly but also results in high-quality circular products. Choosing Citribel’s citric acid means opting for an environmentally conscious solution that aligns with the principles of sustainability.
  3. Innovation Driven Solutions:
    Experience the Citribel difference! Where premium European quality, sustainable circularity, and innovation come together, redefining the standards of citrates.
What are citrates?

Citrates are salts of citric acid. They are widely used in formulations where pH control, buffering capacity, stability or mineral compatibility are important.

Depending on the application, different citrate salts can be used to support processing, product performance and formulation requirements.

Which citrate salts does Citribel manufacture?

Citribel manufactures monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate. These citrate salts are produced in Belgium and are available for a range of industrial, food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and personal care applications.

What is monosodium citrate used for?

Monosodium citrate is used in applications where controlled acidity, buffering and formulation stability are required. It can be used in selected food, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical and technical applications.

In polymer processing, monosodium citrate can also be used as an endothermic chemical blowing agent in selected thermoplastics.

What is trisodium citrate used for?

Trisodium citrate is commonly used as a buffering agent, pH regulator and stabilising ingredient in various formulations. It is used in food and beverage, pharmaceutical-related applications, nutraceuticals, personal care and industrial processes.

What is the difference between monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate?

Monosodium citrate and trisodium citrate differ in their sodium content and acid-base profile. Monosodium citrate is more acidic, while trisodium citrate has a higher buffering capacity and is often selected when pH adjustment and stability are important.

The right choice depends on the required pH range, formulation type, processing conditions and end application.

In which industries are citrates used?

Citrates are used across food and beverage, pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, personal care, animal nutrition and industrial markets. They are commonly applied for buffering, pH regulation, chelation, stability and processing support.

Can Citribel supply citrates in bulk quantities?

Yes. Citribel supplies citrate salts for B2B customers and large-scale production needs. Packaging options depend on the specific product, grade and customer requirements.

How can I request a citrate sample or quote?

You can request a sample or ask for a quote directly via the buttons on the citrate product pages, or by contacting Citribel through the contact form on the website.

Our newest addition: Trisodium Citrate Powder

Are you seeking to enhance the quality and efficacy of your formulations? Look no further! Our Trisodium Citrate Powder is the ideal solution. Citribel has implemented additional processing steps to ensure that our powder is less prone to caking. With its exceptional stability, superior quality, and wide-ranging applications, our Trisodium Citrate is your key to innovation. 

Certifications

To guarantee the quality of our products, Citribel has taken steps to certify its products. Citribel is proudly certified:

  • Ecovadis, for its sustainable approach

  • GMP+ for feed safety assurance

  • Halal, by the Halal Food Authority

  • Kosher, through the Kosher Certification Service

  • ISO 9001 / ISO 14001 / ISO 22000 / FSSC 22000

Packaging options

Commercial name
Reference
Available packaging
Compendia Compliance
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate Granular
04 12503
25 kg | 1000 kg
USP, FCC, Ph. Eur, JP, JECFA, OU, H
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate Fine Granular
04 12325
25 kg | 1000 kg
USP, FCC, Ph. Eur, JP, JECFA, OU, H
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate X-Fine Granular
04 12326
25 kg
USP, FCC, Ph. Eur, JP, JECFA, OU, H
Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate Powder
04 12481
25 kg
USP, FCC, Ph. Eur, JP, JECFA, OU, H
Monosodium Citrate Anhydrous Granular
04 12570
25 kg
DAC, JECFA, OU, H
Monosodium Citrate Anhydrous Powder
04 12562
25 kg
DAC, JECFA, OU, H

Trisodium Citrate Dihydrate

Monosodium Citrate Anhydrous

Technical documentation

  • Product datasheet – Trisodium citrate dihydrate (TSC): view
  • Product datasheet – Monosodium citrate anhydrous (MSC): view

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