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Sodium Citrate in Kenya | Sanvil Industries Ltd

Sodium Citrate is a premium multifunctional ingredient widely used in food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals, dairy products, cosmetics, detergents, laboratory applications, and industrial formulations. At Sanvil Industries Ltd, we supply high-quality Sodium Citrate across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania at competitive wholesale and bulk prices, ensuring consistent purity, reliable performance, and dependable availability for manufacturers and commercial customers.

Product Description – Sodium Citrate

Sodium Citrate commonly refers to Trisodium Citrate, with the chemical formula Na₃C₆H₅O₇ in its anhydrous form. Commercial food and pharmaceutical grades are also commonly supplied as trisodium citrate dihydrate (Na₃C₆H₅O₇·2H₂O). It appears as a white crystalline powder or granules and is readily soluble in water.

Manufacturers value the compound for its buffering, acidity-regulating, emulsifying, sequestrant, and stabilizing properties. In food production, it is commonly identified as E331 and helps regulate acidity, stabilize formulations, and improve product consistency.

The pharmaceutical, cosmetic, detergent, and laboratory sectors also use this versatile citrate salt in suitable formulations. At Sanvil Industries Ltd, we supply quality Sodium Citrate for different commercial and manufacturing requirements, backed by competitive pricing, reliable availability, and efficient delivery throughout East Africa.

Applications of Sodium Citrate

1. Food Processing

Food manufacturers use Sodium Citrate as an acidity regulator, buffering agent, stabilizer, and sequestrant in suitable formulations.

2. Beverage Manufacturing

Beverage producers use it to regulate acidity and maintain consistent flavour profiles in soft drinks, juices, and powdered beverages.

3. Cheese Manufacturing

Dairy processors use it as an emulsifying salt in processed cheese to help produce a smooth and uniform texture.

4. Dairy Products

Suitable food-grade material supports acidity regulation and product stability in selected dairy formulations.

5. Confectionery Production

Manufacturers incorporate it into sweets, candies, and other confectionery products for acidity and formulation control.

6. Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Pharmaceutical-grade material is used as a buffering and alkalizing ingredient in selected formulations.

7. Cosmetic Manufacturing

Cosmetic formulators use Sodium Citrate to help regulate pH and improve formulation stability in selected personal care products.

8. Detergent Manufacturing

Manufacturers use citrate salts as builders and water-conditioning ingredients in suitable cleaning formulations.

9. Laboratory Applications

Laboratories use appropriate grades as reagents, buffers, and components of selected analytical solutions.

10. Industrial Formulations

Chemical manufacturers use the compound as a buffering, chelating, and processing ingredient in various specialty formulations.

Key Features & Benefits of Sodium Citrate

1. Effective Acidity Regulator

Helps manufacturers maintain the required acidity and pH in suitable food and beverage formulations.

2. Excellent Buffering Properties

Helps resist unwanted changes in pH, improving formulation consistency.

3. Good Water Solubility

Dissolves readily in water for convenient incorporation into manufacturing processes.

4. Emulsifying Performance

Acts as an important emulsifying salt in applications such as processed cheese production.

5. Sequestrant Properties

Binds selected metal ions, supporting stability and processing performance in appropriate formulations.

6. Multiple Grades Available

Food, pharmaceutical, and industrial specifications can meet different application requirements.

7. Versatile Applications

Suitable for food, beverages, dairy, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, detergents, laboratories, and industrial manufacturing.

8. Competitive Pricing & Reliable Supply

Sanvil Industries Ltd provides competitive wholesale and bulk pricing with dependable supply across East Africa.

Technical Data Sheet (TDS)

Why Choose Sanvil Industries Ltd

• Trusted supplier of food and industrial ingredients.
• Food, pharmaceutical, and industrial grades available depending on requirements.
• Competitive wholesale and bulk prices.
• Reliable supply for manufacturers and distributors.
• COA and SDS/MSDS available upon request.
• Fast delivery across Kenya and East Africa.
• Support when selecting the appropriate product grade.
• Prompt quotations for commercial and bulk requirements.

FAQs

Q1. What is Sodium Citrate mainly used for?

A: It is widely used as an acidity regulator, buffer, emulsifying salt, stabilizer, and sequestrant in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, dairy, and industrial applications.

Q2. Is Sodium Citrate a food additive?

A: Yes. Food-grade sodium citrate falls within the E331 group of citrate food additives and is used in permitted food applications.

Q3. Why is Sodium Citrate used in processed cheese?

A: It acts as an emulsifying salt, helping proteins and fats form a smooth and consistent processed cheese product.

Q4. Can Sodium Citrate be used in beverages?

A: Yes. Food-grade material is used in selected beverages to regulate acidity and maintain formulation stability.

Q5. Is Sodium Citrate soluble in water?

A: Yes. It has good water solubility, making it convenient for many food, pharmaceutical, and industrial formulations.

Q6. Is Sodium Citrate the same as Citric Acid?

A: No. Citric Acid is an acid, while Sodium Citrate is a sodium salt of citric acid. Their properties and formulation roles differ.

Q7. What packaging sizes are available?

A: We supply 1 kg, 5 kg, 25 kg bags, and bulk quantities, depending on customer requirements and availability.

Q8. How should Sodium Citrate be stored?

A: Keep it in tightly sealed packaging in a cool, dry place protected from moisture, contamination, and direct sunlight.

Q9. Are COA and SDS/MSDS available?

A: Yes. Certificates of Analysis and Safety Data Sheets are available upon request for applicable batches.

Q10. Which countries does Sanvil Industries Ltd supply?

A: We supply customers throughout Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and other East African markets.

Contact Us

For quotations or bulk orders in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania, contact Sanvil Industries Ltd for competitive prices and fast delivery.

Sanvil Industries Ltd
Location: Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: +254 722343016
Email: sanvilindustries@gmail.com