Citric Acid

Beyond the Molecule: Why the Source of Citric Acid Matters 01: THE INGREDIENT The ingredient most people notice only when it is missing Citric acid is easy to associate with lemons, limes and that familiar sharp taste. But in modern industry, its role is much broader. Citric acid is a widely used organic acid that can help control acidity, support flavour, assist with preservation systems and bind certain metal ions. In food applications, these functions make it useful across beverages, confecti...