Sodium citrate and Potassium Citrate are non-toxic, has pH regulation properties and good stability, so they both can be used in the food industry. They can be used as food additive, mainly used as seasoning agent, buffer, emulsifier, expansion agent, stabilizer, etc. In addition, Sodium/Potassium Citrate is used as a gelling agent, nutritional supplement and flavor agent for various jams, jellies, fruit juices, beverages, cold drinks, dairy products and pastries. Differently, Sodium citrate is used in the pharmaceutical industry as anticoagulant, expectorant and diuretic; Potassium Citrate is used in the pharmaceutical industry for hypokalemia and potassium deficiency and alkalized urine.

• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder
  
• Solubility: Soluble in water
  
• Stability: Hygroscopic