Potassium citrate

Potassium Citrate

Potassium Citrate is a potassium salt of citric acid. It is widely used in food, medicine, and industrial applications due to its buffering, alkalizing, and potassium-replenishing properties.

Applications:

• Food & Beverages:

  • Used as a food additive to control acidity and enhance the flavor of processed foods, soft drinks, and syrups

  • Serves as a stabilizer in certain products by regulating pH and preventing the formation of certain salts

• Pharmaceuticals:

  • Used as a potassium supplement for individuals with potassium deficiency, such as those on diuretics or suffering from certain medical conditions

  • Helps prevent kidney stones, especially calcium oxalate stones, by alkalizing urine

  • Used in medications for treating gout and other conditions where increasing urinary pH is beneficial

• Health & Nutrition:

  • Potassium citrate is often included in sports drinks and supplements to help replenish electrolytes lost during exercise

• Industrial Applications:

  • Used in the manufacture of detergents and as a buffering agent in some cleaning products

Key Features:

✔ Electrolyte Balance: Supports the balance of electrolytes in the body, making it useful for hydration and kidney health.
✔ Alkalizing Agent: Helps increase the pH of urine, which can be beneficial for preventing kidney stones.
✔ Buffering Capacity: Stabilizes pH levels in food, beverages, and pharmaceutical formulations.
✔ Non-toxic: Generally regarded as safe (GRAS) by regulatory bodies for use in food and pharmaceutical applications.