Calcium citrate is the supplement of calcium, it is easily absorbed and digested by the body more effectively than calcium carbonate, particularly in the elderly, and appears to be more effective than calcium carbonate in preventing osteoporosis in postmenopausal women.
CALCIUM CITRATE USP is an odorless white powder and the calcium salt of citric acid. It is used as a water softener and food preservative. Spectrum Chemical manufactured USP products are manufactured, packaged and stored under current Good Manufacturing Practices
Synonym | 1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-,calcium salt. | |
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CAS No. | 5785-44-4 | |
Molecular Formula | C12H10Ca3O14, 4H2O | |
Molecular Weight | 570.49 | |
Description | White, odorless, crystalline powder. | |
Specifications | Solubility | Slightly soluble in water; freely soluble in diluted 3NHCl & in diluted 2NHNO3. |
Identification | A & B : Conform | |
Loss on Drying (150oC for 4hrs.) | 10.0% to 13.3% | |
Arsenic | Max. 3 microgram/g | |
Fluoride | Max. 0.003% | |
Acid insoluble substances | Max. 0.02% | |
Lead | Max. 0.001% | |
Heavy metals | Max. 0.002% | |
Residual solvents | Meets the requirements | |
Assay [Ca3(C6H5O7)2] | 97.5% to 100.5% | |
Packing | 25kg & 50kg Fiber Drum |