What Is the Calcium Citrate?
Calcium citrate is the calcium salt of citric acid. It is commonly used as a food additive (E333), usually as a preservative, but sometimes for flavor. Calcium citrate is also found in some dietary calcium supplements . Calcium makes up 24.1% of calcium citrate (anhydrous) and 21.1% of calcium citrate (tetrahydrate) by mass.
As a food calcium fortifier, calcium citrate has better absorption effect than inorganic calcium. China stipulates that it can be used for cereals and their products, with the dosage of 8-16g/kg and 1.8-3.6g/kg in milk drinks and drinks.
Calcium citrate is an important food additive, often used as a buffer, coagulant, calcium fortifier, emulsifying salt, etc. in industry. As a calcium fortifier, it has the characteristics of being tasteless. Calcium citrate has a high calcium content and high absorption rate, and is widely used in infant formula, fruit juice, dairy products, solid beverages, sports drinks, milk, soy milk, health products and cereal products.
Product Name | Calcium citrate
Appearance | White Powder
Grade | Food grade
Formula | C12H10Ca3O14
Type | Powder
CAS No | 813-94-5
HS Code | 2918150000
Shelf life | Two years
Packing | 25kg/bag, 18tons/20'FCL
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Product Specification Data Sheet Calcium citrate |
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NAME: |
Calcium citrate |
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CAS NO.: |
813-94-5 |
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EINECS NO.: |
212-391-7 |
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CHEMICAL FORMULA: |
C12H10Ca3O14 |
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FORMULA WEIGHT: |
498.43 |
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HS CODE: |
2918150000 |
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SPECIFICATION: |
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Specifications |
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Calcium Citrate |
FCC-V |
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Description |
Fine white powder |
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Content |
97.5-100.5% |
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Heavy metals(As Pb), ≤% |
0.001 |
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Oxalate(As H2C2O4), ≤% |
0.03 |
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Loss on drying, |
10-14% |
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Fluoride,≤ppm |
30 |
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Arsenic(As),≤ppm |
-- |
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Lead(Pb),≤ppm |
2 |
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Mercury(Hg),≤ppm |
-- |
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Carbonates |
-- |
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PACKAGING: |
25KG/BAG |
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QUANTITY/CONTAINER: |
18MT in 20’FCL with pallets;20MT in 20’FCL without pallets |
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HANDLING&STORAGE: |
Kept in a light-proof, well-closed, dry and cool place |
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USAGE: |
As a food calcium fortifier, calcium citrate has better absorption effect than inorganic calcium. China stipulates that it can be used for cereals and their products, with the dosage of 8-16g/kg and 1.8-3.6g/kg in milk drinks and drinks. |
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Calcium Citrate VS Calcium Carbonate
There are three main categories of calcium tablets: one is called calcium carbonate, which is inorganic calcium; the other is called calcium gluconate and calcium citrate, which are organic calcium; the third category is organic acid calcium tablets.
Let's talk about the difference between calcium carbonate and calcium citrate, and how to choose.
1. Different prices:
Compared with calcium citrate, calcium carbonate has a wider range of applications and is cheaper.
2. Different calcium content:
The calcium content of calcium carbonate is higher than that of calcium citrate. Therefore, the amount of calcium carbonate to supplement calcium is generally significantly less than that of calcium citrate per day.
3. Different absorption effects:
Calcium carbonate is better absorbed when taken with meals, so it needs to be taken with meals. In contrast, calcium citrate is more casual, whether it is taken on an empty stomach or with meals. In other words, the absorption effect of calcium citrate is better than that of calcium carbonate.
4. Time of taking medicine:
When taking medicine, you have to take calcium citrate: the absorption of calcium carbonate requires the participation of gastric acid, while calcium citrate does not. Therefore, if you have gastritis, gastric ulcer and other diseases, and are taking some drugs that inhibit gastric acid secretion, such as omeprazole, XX prazole, cimetidine, XX tidine. At this time, calcium carbonate is poorly absorbed, and you should choose to take calcium citrate.
5. Different side effects:
Calcium carbonate can cause side effects such as indigestion and flatulence, but calcium citrate may also cause adverse effects such as headaches and constipation.
Application of Calcium Citrate:
Food processing
Calcium citrate is often used as an acidity regulator and coagulant in food processing. For example, in jelly making, calcium citrate can help jelly maintain a stable coagulation state, extend its shelf life, and adjust the taste and sweetness and sourness of jelly.
Drug formulations
In the pharmaceutical industry, calcium citrate is often used in the preparation of calcium supplements and some drug formulations. Calcium is an essential nutrient for the human body, so calcium citrate plays an important role in the preparation of oral calcium supplements.
Cosmetics
Calcium citrate is also widely used in cosmetic manufacturing. It may appear in skin care products, cosmetics and personal care products, usually as a stabilizer or acidity regulator.
What Is Calcium Citrate Made From?
Calcium carbonate → calcination → powder (CaO) → digestion Ca(0H): → neutralization (citric acid) → heating → precipitation → filtration → calcium citrate → drying → crushing → tableting → product
Where to Buy Calcium Citrate in Bulk?
Calcium Citrate is a commonly used food additive and ingredient popular in many countries. As a professional Calcium Citrate supplier and manufacturer, Hangzhou Focus Corporation has nearly 10 years of experience in supplying and exporting Calcium Citrate from China. You can safely choose to buy Calcium Citrate from Hangzhou Focus Corporation. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us and we will get back to you within 1 business day.
Established in 2011, with 2 self-owned factories in 2015, Hangzhou Focus Corporation specializes in manufacture and trade of various kinds of food additives, including Calcium Citrate.We offer wholesale prices for bulk purchases, even for small quantities, and offer a free sample to potential customers.
Q: Are you trading company or manufacturer ?
A: We are manufacturer.
Q: How long is your delivery time?
A: Generally it is 5-10 days if the goods are in stock. or it is 15-20 days if the goods are not in stock, it is according to quantity.
Q: Do you provide samples ? is it free or extra ?
A: Yes. We are pleased to provide the free sample while the freight cost may need you to undertake.but we will refund this freight cost when you place an order.
Q: What is your terms of payment ?
A: The payment method is flexible, we support various payment methods: TT/LC/CAD, all are acceptable, usually we use 30% TT IN ADVANCE,70% ONCE CARGOS READY.
If you have another question, pls feel free to contact us.
