Compound Q&A
What are the main uses of Trisodium citrate (CAS: 68-04-2)?
Answer
Trisodium citrate is widely used in pharmaceuticals as a preservative and stabilizer, in food industry as a flavor enhancer and pH regulator, and in cosmetics for its emulsifying properties. It also serves as a chelating agent in industrial processes to prevent metal ion interference. Additionally, it is used in research for buffer solutions and in medical settings for anticoagulant purposes.
About
CAS No
68-04-2
English Name
Trisodium citrate
Molecular Formula
C6H5Na3O7
Molecular Weight
215.1133 g/mol
SMILES
[Na+].[Na+].[Na+].OC(CC(=O)[O-])(CC(=O)[O-])C(=O)[O-]
InChIKey
HRXKRNGNAMMEHJ-UHFFFAOYSA-K
Last Updated: 2025-08-25 01:07