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Potassium & Tripotassium Citrate
Potassium and Tripotassium Citrate are two forms of the same compound, a salt of citric acid, but differ in their potassium content. Potassium citrate is a monohydrate salt of citric acid and tripotassium citrate is a more highly concentrated form of potassium citrate. The high potassium content offer several health benefits, including the prevention of kidney stones, improved bone health, blood pressure regulation, muscle function, electrolyte balance, and pH regulation.
Characteristics: Potassium citrate is an odorless, white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. Tripotassium citrate is less soluble in water than potassium citrate.
Both potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate have similar health benefits, as they are both sources of potassium, which is an important electrolyte that plays a role in various bodily functions, including muscle and nerve function, heart health, and fluid balance. However, they are used for different purposes, with potassium citrate being used more for its medicinal properties and tripotassium citrate being used more for its food and dietary supplement applications.
Univar Solutions provides potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate in granular, fine granular, powder or liquid form to food and other industries offering professional service at every touchpoint. With more than 120 distribution facilities across the USA, we can serve your needs where you need it, when you need it.
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| Potassium Citrate - Food & USP Grade (FCC, Kosher) - 50 lb Bag | FCC, USP | Bag | 50.00 lbs | $3.74 | $187.00 | $187.00 | |
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| TRI POTASSIUM CITRATE MONO GADOT, FCC Food USP Grade, Granular, Bag | FCC, USP | Bag | 55.12 lbs | -- |
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| Tripotassium Citrate Monohydrate - Food & USP Grade (FCC, Kosher) - 55 lb Bag | FCC, USP | Bag | 55.12 lbs | -- |
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Grades, Certifications, Applications & Benefits
Grades and Certifications
Potassium & Tripotassium Citrate is available in granular, fine granular or powder forms. Specific grades are available that meet the following criteria:
- Food Chemical Codex (FCC)
- Kosher
- Non-GMO Project Verified
- U.S. Pharmacopeia (USP)
Potassium Citrate sold as solution in either bulk, totes, or drums. Specific grades are available that meet the following criteria:
- Food Grade
- Kosher
- NSF Certified
Applications
- Food and Beverage Industry: Both potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate are used as acidity regulators, preservatives, and stabilizers in the food and beverage industry. They are commonly used in carbonated beverages, jams, jellies, and other products that require acidity control and preservation.
- Pharmaceutical Industry: Potassium citrate is commonly used as a medication to prevent kidney stones and as a supplement for individuals with potassium deficiency. It is also used as an alkalizing agent in the treatment of metabolic acidosis. Tripotassium citrate is used as a buffering agent in the production of various medications and supplements.
- Personal Care Products: Potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate are used in personal care products such as mouthwash, toothpaste, and skin care products as a pH adjuster and buffering agent.
- Agriculture Industry: Both potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate are used as fertilizers in agriculture. They are a source of potassium, which is an essential nutrient for plant growth and development.
- Industrial Applications: Potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate are used in various industrial applications such as metal treatment, leather tanning, and textile dyeing.
Benefits
- Kidney Stone Prevention: Potassium citrate is commonly used to prevent kidney stones by increasing urine pH and inhibiting the formation of calcium stones.
- Bone Health: Potassium citrate may improve bone health by reducing calcium excretion in urine, which can help prevent osteoporosis.
- Blood Pressure Regulation: Potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate may help regulate blood pressure by increasing the excretion of sodium and decreasing the constriction of blood vessels.
- Muscle Function: Potassium is essential for proper muscle function, and both potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate can help support healthy muscle function.
- Electrolyte Balance: Potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate are both sources of potassium, which is an important electrolyte that helps maintain fluid balance, nerve function, and muscle contraction.
- pH Regulation: Potassium citrate and tripotassium citrate can help regulate the pH of the body by acting as a buffering agent and neutralizing excess acid.
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