Citric Acid for Food Production

Citric acid is a critical acidulant in food and beverage manufacturing, used to control pH, enhance flavor profiles, preserve freshness, and improve the stability of finished products. Sucroal produces citric acid through a controlled microbial fermentation process using carbohydrate substrates. The result is a food-grade citric acid with consistent quality, high purity, and broad functional utility across multiple product categories. 
Sucroal is vertically integrated with proven fermentation expertise, providing technical buyers and food formulators with a secure and traceable source of citric acid that meets international regulatory standards. ChemPoint serves as the authorized distributor for Sucroal’s food-grade citric acid in North America, offering regional inventory and technical support. 
 

Functional Advantages in Formulated Foods 

Sucroal citric acid delivers precise control of acidity and enhances multiple product characteristics without introducing unwanted sensory notes. Benefits include the following: 
  • Accurate pH adjustment and buffering capacity for food-system stability 
  • Improved microbial control through enhanced acidification 
  • Flavor enhancement without adding off-notes or metallic tastes 
  • High solubility and rapid dispersion in aqueous systems 
  • Thermal stability during pasteurization, UHT, or other heat processes 

Primary Application Areas 

Sucroal citric acid is formulated into a wide range of consumer food and beverage products. 

 

Carbonated and Noncarbonated Beverages: pH control and flavor balancing in sodas, energy drinks, powdered mixes, and flavored waters 

Confectionery Products: Sour profile creation in jellies, gummies, hard candies, and acid-sanded treats 

Dairy and Plant-Based Alternatives: Acidification of flavored milks, yogurts, and nondairy beverages 

Prepared and Processed Foods: Preservation and flavoring in sauces, soups, dressings, condiments, and frozen meals 

Nutraceuticals and Functional Foods: Inclusion in effervescent tablets, chewables, and powdered supplements for flavor masking and stability 

Supply Chain and Quality Advantages 

Sucroal maintains full control over its production process and quality systems, providing consistent batch-to-batch purity and documentation. Key advantages include the following: 
 
  • Food-grade quality with validated HACCP, FSSC 22000, and ISO certifications 
  • North American warehousing and inventory management through ChemPoint 
  • Technical documentation, COAs, and regulatory compliance data provided on request 
  • Scalable supply for both high-volume and specialty production environments 

Conclusion 

Sucroal citric acid offers food manufacturers a technically sound, high-purity acidulant that delivers consistent performance across multiple applications. Backed by decades of fermentation experience and supported by ChemPoint’s regional supply infrastructure, Sucroal is positioned as a reliable partner for formulators seeking quality, availability, and regulatory assurance in a critical food ingredient. 

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