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Citric Acid (Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure)
Citric acid is a weak organic acid used primarily as an acidulant to regulate acidity in food products and beverages. It occurs naturally in citrus fruits.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Oct 4, 2025
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Irritation potential at high concentrations, mild sensitization risk with repeated skin contact
Benefits
Acidity regulator, enhances flavor, preservative properties by chelating metals
References
Waters containing Citric Acid (Säuerungsmittel Citronensäure)
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