Neosperidin Dihydrochalcone Cas 20702-77-6

Citric acid is a white, crystalline, weak organic acid present in most plants and many animals as an intermediate in cellular respiration. Citric acid contains three carboxyl groups making it a carboxylic, more specifically a tricarboxylic, acid.the name citrus originates from the Greek kedromelon meaning apple of melon for the fruit citron. Greek works mention kitron, kitrion, or kitreos for citron fruit, which is an oblong fruit several inches long from the scrublike tree Citrus medica. Lemons and limes have high citric acid content, which may account for up to 8% of the fruit’s dry weight.

Monostearin is a versatile emulsifier and emollient derived from glycerol and stearic acid. It is instrumental in stabilizing emulsions and enhancing the texture and consistency of a wide range of products in the cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical sectors.