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CFI Citric Acid Anhydrous - Food Grade (1kg)

CFI Citric Acid Anhydrous - Food Grade (1kg)

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Size: 1kg

CFI Citric Acid Anhydrous is a food grade fruit acid in white crystalline powder form, commonly used in DIY cosmetics and personal care products. It is especially useful where pH adjustment, reduced discolouration, and support for vitamin stability are wanted in a formulation. This is a functional ingredient rather than a preservative, so it is usually used in small, measured amounts as part of a wider formula. It is fully biodegradable and widely used as an organic acid and pH-control agent.

♡ Why we love it: This is one of those quiet formulation essentials that makes a real difference behind the scenes. It is practical, versatile, and especially useful for makers who want more control over the balance and stability of their DIY products.

Interesting reading: Quick Guide To Preservatives

This product is certified: Food Grade, Vegan, Halaal, and Kosher.

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  • Ingredients: Pure citric acid
  • Form: White crystalline powder
  • Suitable For: Food and Cosmetic Use
  • Food Grade
  • Function: Organic acid and pH-control agent
  • Fully Biodegradable
  • Adjusting pH in DIY cosmetics and personal care products
  • Helping delay discolouration in suitable formulations
  • Supporting vitamin retention in cosmetic recipes
  • Boosting the effectiveness of a preservative system
  • Using in formulas where a biodegradable acidifier is needed

    This Product Is For:

  • DIY formulators making skincare and personal care products
  • Makers who need a reliable pH-control ingredient
  • Those wanting a food grade citric acid for formulation work
  • This Product Is Not For:

  • Anyone looking for a complete preservative on its own
  • Use without measuring and testing your formulation
  • Heavy-handed use in hair products
  • Add in small, measured amounts to suitable formulations.
  • Use to adjust pH in personal care and cosmetic products.
  • Include where you want to help reduce discolouration or support vitamin stability.
  • Test and refine your formula rather than adding by guesswork.
  • Don’t add too much to hair products such as shampoos, as it can lighten hair colour.
  • If irritation, hives, or breathing discomfort occur, discontinue use.
  • Take extra care if you have sensitive skin or respiratory sensitivities.
  • Keep well sealed and store away from children, animals, moisture, sunlight, and heat.
  • If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult your healthcare professional before use.

Q: Is citric acid anhydrous a preservative?
A: No. It is not a preservative, but it can help support the effectiveness of a preservative system in a well-designed formula.

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