Citric Acid Monohydrate

Citric Acid Monohydrate is a crystalline form of Citric Acid, a naturally occurring alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) derived from citrus fruits through fermentation. Its primary function in cosmetic and personal care formulations is its versatility as a highly effective, cost-efficient pH adjusting and buffering agent. Secondary uses include its role as a mild chemical exfoliant, a cheating agent (metal ion binder), and a clarifying agent. It is an indispensable, foundational ingredient for stability, preservation, and gentle skin renewal.

INCI 이름

Citric Acid

CAS 번호

5949-29-1

Origin

Plant-based fermentation

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Odor

Odorles

순도

≥ 99.5%

Solubility

Highly water-soluble

pH Stability

3.0–7.0 (used to adjust formulation pH)

Struggling with Formulation Instability and Sub-Optimal pH? Secure Your Product Integrity with High-Purity Citric Acid Monohydrate

Are your high-performance emulsions breaking down due to pH drift, or is the efficacy of your premium active ingredients compromised by uncontrolled metallic ions in your formulation matrix? For global procurement directors and senior cosmetic formulators, the fundamental stability of a product is non-negotiable. Citric Acid Monohydrate is not just an additive; it is the cornerstone of formulation security. Engineered by Shaanxi Huatai Bio-Fine Chemicals Co., Ltd. to the highest pharmaceutical and cosmetic standards, our high-purity Citric Acid Monohydrate provides the precision pH control, robust chelating power, and mild exfoliating support required to maintain the stability and safety of your most sophisticated product lines.

Data-First: Validated Purity & Formulation Buffering Power

In the elite skincare and hair care sectors, formulation integrity must be anchored in precise chemical control. We lead with robust technical data to guarantee the stability of your formulations:

  • Precision Purity (99.5% – 100.5%): Rigorous analytical testing ensures consistent purity and hydration levels (7.5%-9.0% water content), providing predictable performance in every batch for reliable pH titration.

  • Advanced Chelation Efficacy: Effectively binds to divalent and trivalent metal ions (Fe3+, Cu2+, Ca2+), preventing oxidative catalysis that degrades active ingredients and causes premature product discoloration.

  • Optimized Buffering System: Delivers consistent, repeatable pH adjustment in aqueous systems, essential for maintaining the target acidity required for preservative activation and skin compatibility (pH 4.5 – 6.5).

  • Standardized AHA Functionality: Serves as a validated Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA) that promotes mild, controlled keratinocyte shedding at optimal pH levels, ensuring smoother, brighter skin texture without the barrier-stripping risks of harsher acids.

The Strategic Business Value

For Senior Formulators: Extreme Formulation Compatibility

Simplify your R&D process with a universal, high-stability buffer that integrates flawlessly into the aqueous phase of any formulation. Whether you are fine-tuning a complex anti-aging serum, a clarifying toner, or a conditioning shampoo, our Citric Acid Monohydrate provides the exact “tuning” needed to ensure your polymers, surfactants, and actives remain at their peak activity state. Its high solubility and proven compatibility with nearly all cosmetic systems make it an indispensable asset in your laboratory toolkit.

For Brand Procurement: The Clean Beauty Top Choice

Modern consumers are seeking Clean Beauty, and they trust ingredients they recognize. Sourcing our high-purity Citric Acid Monohydrate provides your brand with a foundation of safety, stability, and transparency. It is a vital component for achieving Clean Beauty compliance (COSMOS/HALAL) while ensuring your products meet the highest safety standards for the skin’s natural acid mantle. By utilizing a high-purity, standardized grade, you safeguard your brand’s reputation against the quality-control failures and oxidative instability that plague inferior sources.

Standard Technical Specifications

Parameter Specification
순도 99.5% – 100.5% (Monohydrate)
Water Content 7.5% – 9.0%
Recommended Dosage 0.1% – 2.0% (Application dependent)
Solubility Highly soluble in water and ethanol
pH (1% 용액) Approximately 2.2
Shelf Life 24 months

Ready-to-Use Solutions: Golden Formula Synergies

Accelerate your product development pipeline with these high-impact, synergistic combinations utilizing our premium active portfolio:

  • The Ultimate “Glass Skin” Clarifying Tonic: Combine Citric Acid Monohydrate + Niacinamide. Use Citric Acid to fine-tune the pH for a gentle, brightening exfoliation, while Niacinamide strengthens the barrier and refines pores, creating a balanced, luminous finish without irritation.

  • The Advanced Color-Protecting & Shine Hair Serum: Pair Citric Acid Monohydrate + Panthenol. A high-performance hair care solution. Citric Acid closes the hair cuticle and chelates hard-water deposits that dull color, while Panthenol deeply conditions and restores softness for professional-grade shine.

  • The Stable High-Performance Serum Base: Utilize Citric Acid Monohydrate + Chelating Agents (synergistically). The definitive stability matrix. Citric Acid acts as a primary buffer and secondary chelator, protecting sensitive antioxidants (like Vitamin C derivatives) from metallic degradation, ensuring your high-performance serums remain effective from first use to last.

Global Quality Certifications & Regulatory Confidence

Our state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities strictly adhere to the highest international quality, purity, and environmental standards, ensuring your final products meet global compliance effortlessly. We proudly hold the following pure certifications:

  • ISO9001

  • ISO22000

  • COSMOS

  • HALAL

  • IQNET

Secure Your Competitive Edge in the Global Cosmetic Market

Do not let your brand’s reputation be damaged by formulation instability or compromised safety. Upgrade your standard with the industry-benchmark for high-purity, pH-regulating excellence.

Ready to revolutionize your stability and formulation integrity?

Take decisive action to optimize your R&D pipeline today. Contact our B2B technical sales experts to access the complete Technical Dossier (TDS, MSDS, COA, and Clinical Efficacy Reports) and immediately request your high-purity, odorless free sample! Ensure your next product launch delivers the stable, clinical-grade precision your consumers demand.

Natural huatai는 고순도 글라브리딘(미백), 리코칼콘 A(항여드름), 토타롤, 디포타슘 글리시리제이트를 특징으로 하는 고급 기능성 스킨케어 성분을 전문으로 합니다. 맞춤형 농도(1%–99%)와 포괄적인 OEM 솔루션을 제공합니다. ISO 9001/22000 및 COSMOS 인증 생산 시설은 글로벌 뷰티 브랜드에 프리미엄 화장품 등급 품질을 보장합니다.

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