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 Name

Citric Acid

CAS No.

5949-29-1

Origin

Plant-based fermentation

Appearance

White crystalline powder

Odor

Odorles

Purity

≥ 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
Purity 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% Solution) 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 huatai specializes in advanced Functional Skincare Ingredients, featuring high-purity Glabridin (brightening), Licochalcone A (anti-acne), Totarol, and Dipotassium Glycyrrhizinate. We offer tailored concentrations (1%–99%) and comprehensive OEM solutions. Our ISO 9001/22000 & COSMOS certified production facilities guarantee premium cosmetic-grade quality for global beauty brands.

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