Citric Acid

A key intermediate in metabolism. It is an acid compound found in citrus fruits. The salts of citric acid (citrates) can be used as anticoagulants due to their calcium chelating ability.

Year introduced: 1997 (1979)

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Tree Number(s): D02.241.081.901.434.249

MeSH Unique ID: D019343

Registry Number: 2968PHW8QP

Entry Terms:

• Uralyt U
• Citrate
• Citric Acid, Anhydrous
• Anhydrous Citric Acid
• Citric Acid Monohydrate

Previous Indexing:

• Citrates (1979-1996)

Pharmacologic Action:

• Anticoagulants
• Calcium Chelating Agents

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Chemicals and Drugs Category
Organic Chemicals
Carboxylic Acids
Acids, Acyclic
Tricarboxylic Acids
Citrates
Citric Acid
Calcium Citrate
Potassium Citrate
Sodium Citrate