Safety Data Sheet · GHS Rev. 9

Citric Acid 50% Solution

50%

CAS Number
77-92-9
GHS Revision
Rev. 9 (2021)
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Emergency
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Section 1

Identification

Product Identifier
Citric Acid 50% Solution
Concentration
50%
CAS Number
77-92-9
Chemical Formula
C6H8O7
Molecular Weight
192.12 g/mol
Manufacturer
Alliance Chemical
204 South Edmond Street, Taylor, TX 76574
Emergency Phone
Chemtel 1-800-255-3924 (24/7)
Recommended Use
Industrial / laboratory chemical. See Section 7.
Section 2

Hazard Identification

Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
  • H319
Precautionary Statements
  • P264
  • P280
  • P305+P351+P338
  • P337+P313

Full hazard statement text and pictograms are listed in the downloadable SDS PDF. The codes above conform to GHS Rev. 9.

Section 9

Physical & Chemical Properties

Appearance
Citric acid appears as colorless, odorless crystals with an acid taste. Denser than water. (USCG, 1999)
Form
Liquid
Odor
Odorless
Density
1.54 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³
Boiling Point
Decomposes (NTP, 1992) °C
Melting Point
307 °F (anhydrous) (NTP, 1992) °C
Flash Point
100 °C °C
Solubility
greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 72 °F (NTP, 1992)

Values shown reflect product-specific canonical data. Lot-specific ranges may vary; see the Certificate of Analysis for the shipped lot.

Section 14

Transport Information

US DOT (49 CFR)

UN Number
UNUN1760
Proper Shipping Name
Corrosive liquid n.o.s. (Citric acid)
Hazard Class
8
Packing Group
III

IMDG / IATA classifications may differ. Refer to the downloadable SDS PDF for international transport details. Verify current regulations before international shipment.

Alliance Chemical, 204 South Edmond Street, Taylor, TX 76574. This summary reflects canonical regulatory data on file; refer to the full SDS PDF for the complete regulatory record.