Citrates
At Epitochem International, we supply a specialized range of high-quality citrate-based excipients designed to support pharmaceutical, nutraceutical, and food formulations. Citrates are widely used for their buffering properties, mineral supplementation, and bioavailability enhancement. Our portfolio includes industry staples like Citric Acid, Sodium Citrate, and Calcium Citrate, along with functional variants like Zinc and Magnesium Citrate. Each product is backed by stringent quality controls and regulatory compliance. Browse the list below and contact us for samples, pricing, or documentation—your formulation needs, handled with precision.
| Name | CAS # | LOD (%) | Assay (on dried basis, %) | Functional Category |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Citric Acid (Anhyd./Mono.) | 77-92-9 / 5949-29-1 | ≤1.0% | 99.5 – 100.5% | pH Adjuster, Chelating Agent, Flavoring Agent |
| Sodium Citrate (Tribasic) | 68-04-2 | ≤1.0% | 99.0 – 101.0% | Buffering Agent, Emulsifier |
| Calcium Citrate | 813-94-5 | ≤10.0% | ≥97.5% (as CaC₆H₆O₇·4H₂O) | Calcium Supplement, Stabilizer |
| Potassium Citrate | 06-05-6100 | ≤4.0% | 99.0 – 100.5% | Alkalinizer, Electrolyte |
| Ferric Ammonium Citrate | 1185-57-5 | ≤8.0% | 16.5–18.5% Fe (typical spec) | Iron Source, Imaging Agent |
| Magnesium Citrate | 3344-18-1 | ≤12.0% | ≥99.0% (as MgC₆H₆O₇·xH₂O) | Laxative, Magnesium Supplement |
| Aluminum Citrate | 31142-56-0 | ≤10.0% | ~98.0% (typical for Al content) | Cross-linking Agent, Astringent |
| Zinc Citrate | 546-46-3 | ≤1.0% | ≥97.0% (as ZnC₆H₆O₇) | Antibacterial, Zinc Supplement |