Introduce
Potassium Citrate is a kind of citrate with the chemical formula K3C6H5O7, it is a white crystalline powder, soluble in water. Potassium citrate is widely used in the food industry, mainly as an acidity regulator, antioxidant and food additive.
The following are the main applications of potassium citrate in the food field:
Acidity regulator: Potassium citrate can be used as an acidity regulator in food, for regulating the pH value and acid-base balance of food. It can increase the acidity of the food, make the food present sour flavour and improve the taste. Potassium citrate is often added to carbonated drinks, fruit juices, beverages, jellies, canned foods and seasonings.
Antioxidant: Potassium citrate has certain antioxidant properties, which can delay the oxidation process of food and reduce browning and quality loss of food. It is often added to fatty foods, grease products, meat products and biscuits to maintain the freshness and quality of foods.
Food additives: Potassium citrate can also be used as an additive in food products, with functions such as thickening, emulsifying and stabilising. It is often added to products such as sauces, salad dressings, instant soups and frozen foods to improve the texture and taste of the food.
Nutritional Supplement: Potassium in potassium citrate is one of the important minerals required by the human body. Therefore, Potassium Citrate is also used as a nutritional supplement, added to some functional foods and beverages to provide potassium supplementation.
