Acidity Regulator Citric Acid (E-330)

Citric acid is one of the most popular dietary supplements. In nature, it is found in citrus fruits, berries, conifers, tobacco crops. The highest amount of this acid is found in lemons and limes (up to 8%). The food additive citric acid has the E330 code and is a white crystalline substance. Initially, in the XIX century, it was made from citrus juice. Today, it is obtained by biosynthesis of sugar and sugary products by the mold fungus Aspergillusniger.

Application of citric acid in the food industry

The food industry consumes more than 75% of the citric acid produced. It is a natural preservative, acidity regulator, flavor enhancer and flavoring agent. The additive is used in

• production facilities:
• bakery products;
• confectionery products;
• carbonated drinks;
• canned vegetables and fruits;
• of cheese;
• vegetable oils.

Acidity regulator citric acid prevents darkening, oxidation and spoilage of food. In cooking, it is also used as a preservative and vinegar substitute.

In combination with alkalis, such as baking soda, it releases carbon dioxide, which makes the dough fluffy and airy — this property is actively used in the bakery industry.
E330 is also used as a color fixative in the production of sausage products.

Benefits and harms of citric acid

Citric acid is present in the human body. Its derivatives are actively involved in bone formation and regulation of the size of calcium crystals. It is also an indispensable participant in the metabolic processes that provide the body with 2/3 of the necessary energy. Acid is used in the medical field, because it removes dangerous toxic substances from the body well. It is also used for the prevention of urolithiasis and in the treatment of joint diseases caused by salt deposits.

In addition, citric acid has the following positive properties::

• effectively increases immunity;
• it stimulates the digestive system;
• it has a positive effect on vision;
• normalizes the functioning of the nervous system;
• reduces nausea in case of toxicosis and motion sickness.

In its pure form and in large quantities, the additive can cause burns to the skin, damage to the mucous membrane and respiratory tract. Excessive consumption can also damage tooth enamel. The use of citric acid in the composition of products is practically not dangerous — in Russia, this additive is included in the list of permitted food ingredients. The only category of consumers for whom E330 may be undesirable or dangerous is those suffering from gastrointestinal diseases: gastritis, pancreatitis, etc.

Order food grade citric acid E330 with delivery to your production site

On our website, you can order the food supplement E330 at the best price with delivery to any city in Russia and the CIS. Every ingredient that you see in the online store is subject to strict quality control — our additives meet all the declared characteristics.

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You can also order acidity regulators from us at a favorable price: sodium alumophosphate (E541), ascorbic acid (E300), sodium dihydropyrophosphate (E450i) and complex additives for different product categories.