Potassium Citrate 34% Fine Granule — Bulk Food Grade
Potassium Citrate 34% Fine Granule is a food-grade tripotassium citrate in a fine granular form with improved dissolution rate and flowability. Designed for beverage and food manufacturers needing a fast-dissolving potassium source and acidity regulator for dry-blend formulations.
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Technical Specifications
- CAS Number
- 6100-05-6
- E-Number
- E332
- Appearance
- White, granular powder or transparent crystals
- Hygroscopicity
- Slightly deliquescent
- Solubility
- Readily soluble in water or glycerine; almost insoluble in ethanol
- Identification
- Positive tests for citrate and for potassium
- Appearance of Solution
- Clear and colourless
- Acidity or alkalinity
- Passes test
- Readily carbonisable substances
- Passes test
- Assay (anhydrous basis)
- ≥99.5%
- Potassium (K)
- ≥35.7%
- pH (5% solution)
- 7.5 - 9.0
- Loss on drying (180 °C, 4 h)
- ≤6%
- Heavy metals (as Pb)
- ≤5 ppm
- Oxalates
- ≤100 ppm
- Chloride (Cl)
- ≤0.005%
- Sulfate (SO4)
- ≤0.015%
- Sodium
- ≤0.3%
- Arsenic (As)
- ≤1 ppm
- Lead (Pb)
- ≤1 ppm
- Mercury (Hg)
- ≤1 ppm
Common Uses
- Acidity regulator and pH buffer in powdered beverage mixes
- Potassium source in electrolyte and sports drink formulations
- Buffering agent in fruit juice and flavoured water products
- Mineral fortification ingredient in nutritional powders
- Emulsifying salt in processed food formulations
Specifications
- Potassium content: ≥35.7% (tripotassium citrate monohydrate)
- Appearance: Fine white granules
- Grade: Food grade
- Available formats: 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg, 25 kg
Sold in bulk. Store in a cool, dry place.
⚖️ Legal & Safety Information
The products sold on this website are food-grade ingredients intended for use in food and beverage formulation. They are sold as raw materials and are not sold as finished dietary supplements, natural health products, or medicines. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. It is the buyer’s sole responsibility to ensure regulatory compliance of any finished product. These ingredients are not pre-portioned for individual consumption. Nothing on this site constitutes medical or nutritional advice.
Under Canadian regulations, finished products containing vitamins, minerals, or amino acids marketed for health purposes may require a Natural Product Number (NPN) before sale. This product is sold as a food-grade ingredient for formulation purposes only. Not intended for direct individual consumption as a supplement.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the minimum order quantity?
No minimum — order Potassium Citrate 34% Fine Granule — Bulk Food Grade from 1 kg to test your formulation, with bulk formats up to 25 kg for production.
Do you ship across Canada?
Yes. We ship from Quebec to every Canadian province — no customs or import fees.
Is this ingredient food grade?
Yes, all LiquidShop ingredients are food grade, intended for beverage and food manufacturing.
How should I test it before scaling to production?
Start with a 1 kg format to bench-test Potassium Citrate 34% Fine Granule — Bulk Food Grade in your formulation, then scale up to bulk once validated.