Citric Acid Anhydrous 100%

Citric Acid Anhydrous 100% Food Grade is a versatile, high-purity crystalline powder widely used for food preparation, descaling, cleaning, preserving and pH adjustment. Supplied in convenient sizes from 250g to 10kg, it is ideal for home kitchens, brewing, cosmetics, household cleaning and professional use.

Key Features

1. 100% food grade citric acid anhydrous
2. Fine crystalline powder, easy to dissolve
3. Excellent natural descaler for kettles, coffee machines and appliances
4. Useful acidity regulator for jams, drinks, sweets and preserves
5. Available in 250g, 500g, 1.5kg, 5kg and 10kg pack sizes

Uses

1. Food preservative and acidity regulator
2. Kettle, coffee machine and appliance descaling
3. Jam, jelly, cordial and drinks making
4. Bath bombs, cosmetics and DIY skincare
5. Household cleaning, limescale and soap scum removal

📋 Product Details

Weight: 250g Alu Bag, 500g Alu Bag, 1.5kg HDPE Jerry Can, 5kg HDPE Jerry Can, 10kg supplied as 2 x 5kg HDPE Jerry Cans
Grade: Food Grade
Form: Anhydrous crystalline powder

Popular Uses – How to Use

1. Kettle descaling: Add 20–30g citric acid to 500ml water. Boil, leave for 10–15 minutes, then rinse thoroughly with clean water.

2. Coffee machine descaling: Dissolve 25g in 500ml warm water. Run through the machine, then flush with at least 1 litre of clean water. Follow appliance instructions.

3. Jam and preserve making: Add small amounts, typically 1–3g per kg of fruit, to adjust acidity. Mix well and follow your recipe.

4. Bath bombs: Mix citric acid with bicarbonate of soda, commonly 1 part citric acid to 2 parts bicarbonate of soda by weight. Avoid inhaling dust.

5. General cleaning spray: Dissolve 20g in 500ml warm water. Spray on limescale areas, leave briefly, scrub and rinse. Do not use on marble, natural stone or acid-sensitive surfaces.

Safety: Avoid contact with eyes. Do not inhale dust. Keep away from children and pets. Store sealed in a cool, dry place. Always test surfaces before cleaning.

📈 Other Names

Citric acid powder, anhydrous citric acid, food grade citric acid, E330 citric acid, lemon salt, sour salt, citric acid descaler, natural limescale remover, citric acid cleaner, citric acid for bath bombs, citric acid for jam making, citric acid for brewing, acidity regulator powder, food preservative powder.

❓ FAQ

1. Is this citric acid food grade?
Yes, it is 100% food grade citric acid anhydrous.

2. Can I use it for descaling a kettle?
Yes, dissolve 20–30g in 500ml water, descale, then rinse thoroughly.

3. Is it suitable for bath bombs?
Yes, citric acid is commonly used with bicarbonate of soda for bath bombs.

4. What is the difference between anhydrous and monohydrate citric acid?
Anhydrous citric acid contains no water of crystallisation, making it more concentrated by weight.

5. How should I store it?
Keep sealed in a cool, dry place away from moisture, children and pets.