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Citric Acid Powder

Name: Crafter's Choice™ Citric Acid Powder
Brand: Wholesale Supplies Plus
SKU: 469
Availability: InStock
Rating: 5.0 (956 reviews)

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2 oz $1.55 1 lb $6.18 5 lb $27.95 50 lb (Bulk) $177.95 2000 lb (Bulk) $4976.45

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Product Details

This citric acid is not your typical powder. It is the harder to find and super fine which makes them best for bath bombs. Our Citric Acid is derived from corn. Commonly used in cosmetic formulas to create a more balanced and neutralized pH. When mixed in appropriate amounts with baking soda, it produces a chemical reaction that leads to the fizz in bath bombs. We only stock Jungbunzlauer F6000 material.

Why People Use This Product:
To make products fizz. Also used to balance the pH of some formulations.

Popular Products That Use This Ingredient:
Bath Fizzies.

Interesting Facts:
Citric Acid is derived from corn. It is commonly used in cosmetic formulas to adjust an alkaline pH thus creating a more balanced and neutralized product. When mixed in appropriate amounts with baking soda, it produces a chemical reaction that leads to the fizz in bath fizzies. Our citric acid is small grain and ideal for skincare applications. All Natural.

Physical Form: Small White Grain
Solubility: Soluble in Water
Country of Origin: Canada

Storage: Room temperature. Air tight container.
Best Used By: One year from date of purchase.
Shelf Life Once Used in Manufacturing: One year from manufacturing date.

International Nomenclature of Cosmetic Ingredients (INCI):
Citric Acid

Common Name Ingredient Listing (FDA Approved):
Citric Acid

Directions:
Blend amount as desired into formula.

Recommended use levels:

Bath Fizzies: 2 parts Baking Soda to 1 part Citric Acid
Neutralize pH: As Directed in Formula.

Fragrance & Essential Oil Calculator: Click To Calculate Use Levels

Wholesale Supplies Plus, Inc. certifies that this fragrance product is in compliance with the standards of the International Fragrance Association, provided the fragrance is used in the above application (s) at the noted maximum concentration level(s).

The "Maximum Use Level for Skin Exposure" is the amount of fragrance, flavor and essential oil that can come in contact with the skin. It does not mean that your base product can perform at these levels. You must test each oil in each application for evaluation of desired performance.

Product Infromation:

Country Of Origin Canada

CA Prop 65

Documents:

Declaration of Conformity Safety Data Sheet (SDS) Animal Testing Statement

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Posted By: maria | January 15, 2023

"Can citric acid be used as a natural preservative for body lotions and sugar scrubs? "

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Posted By: Audrey | August 17, 2022

"Is this citric acid odorless in bath bombs or does it leave a citrus scent?"

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Posted By: Aye Myat | March 29, 2022

"Is this Citric acid monohydrate?"

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Posted By: CFD | January 03, 2022

"When calculating the 1 to 2% Citric Acid usage for Cold Process Soap Recipes, do I also calculate & add in or include the weight of Fragrance/Essential Oils that I will be using in my Recipes or just the weight of the Carrier/Base Oils & Butters that I will be using?"

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Posted By: Christina | October 25, 2021

"Can this citric acid be used as a chelating agent in surfactant/water formulations? How much would be used for it to preform as such? Thank you!"

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Posted By: Rita | September 12, 2021

"Are 5 lb bags the largest size you will be selling this year? I used to be able to buy 50 lb bags."

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Posted By: Annalee | September 02, 2021

"Oh No! What happened to the 50# size? I'm stocking up for the holiday rush and am used to ordering from you..."

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Posted By: Melissia | August 30, 2021

"Can this be used instead of lemon to prevent Avocado mask from changing color to dark & maintain it's vibrant greenish-yellow color??? If yes how much % could i incorporate in the mask?"

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Posted By: Emerald | June 24, 2021

"Looking to add this to the liquid suspension soap base to balance the ph between 3.8-4.5 for a feminine vaginal wash. Will this mix In & work ? Is this safe ?"

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Posted By: MONIQUE | February 19, 2021

"Can this be used in the shower gel base?"

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Posted By: Nicole | January 06, 2021

"Is Citric Acid considered a natural product?"

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Posted By: Chaundrea | November 05, 2020

"How would 500lbs be delivered? Would it be in 10 50lb bags, 5 100lb bags etc.? I need to know if it is something I will be able to carry into my home."

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Posted By: Brittany | October 27, 2020

"When used in homemade powdered laundry detergent, what usage rate should be used? Thanks!"

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Posted By: Sandretta | August 24, 2020

"Could I use this in an African black soap, water & carrier oil shampoo mix as a preservative? If not, what preservative would you suggest?"

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Staff Answer Depending on the pH, the soap may not need preserved. Generally it will not need it because the pH level restricts bacteria from growing. For a water and a shampoo we could recommend the Preservative - Sorbic Acid +2 PF, aka Optiphen Plus.

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At what Ph isn't a preservative necessary?

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Staff Answer Most microbes stop growing at an acidic pH of 5.0. and an alkaline pH of 8.5.

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Posted By: Travis | September 25, 2020

"Can I use this with a Liquid Castile Soap Base? I’m also adding Organic Aloe Vera Gel, Cucumber Extract water soluble, and Apple Cider Vinegar to the liquid Soap Base. Also will I need a preservatives? "

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Posted By: Tarsha | August 01, 2020

" Hi Can I add citric acid to lip scrubs? If so how much and how? Thanks"

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Posted By: Eleatrice | February 08, 2019

"Do you know of a alternative to citric acid powder (for highly sensitive skin) for bath bombs? my son has eczema and I was told that citric acid will irritate his skin. "

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Posted By: Mareine | December 19, 2018

"Hi, I want to use this to lower the PH in my DIY conditioner. will that be ok or is this only used for soaps??"

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Posted By: Rachel | November 20, 2018

"How many cups of product are in a pound? Thank you!"

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Posted By: Mitzi | June 29, 2018

"What are the dimensions of the 50 pound bag? Also, is the 50 pound bag re-sealable?"

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Posted By: KERRY | May 21, 2018

"it says its made from corn, is it non gmo?"

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Posted By: Kenya | March 08, 2017

"How is the 50 lbs of citric acid packaged?? bucket, plastic bag, brown bag?"

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Posted By: Laura | April 02, 2018

"How does the 500 lbs of Citric Acid come packaged? One drum or smaller bags? thank you."

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Posted By: Andrea | February 08, 2018

"Is your citric acid GMO free or does it contain GMO corn?"

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Posted By: Rebecca | January 04, 2018

"I received my large yellow bag of Citric Acid but it also says Anhydrous ( Citric Acid Anhydrous). I am new at making bath bombs so this is probably a silly question. Is this the same a Citric Acid used in Bath Bombs? Is it safe? "

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Posted By: Jody | January 03, 2018

"What is the shelf life of the citric acid?"

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Posted By: Rick | December 06, 2017

"I have made a few bath bombs according to a recipe, but they seem to be somewhat soft even after drying. Can I use citric acid along with the bubble hardener to make a more firm bomb (if so what ratio do you suggest) or should I swap out the citric acid with the hardener completely and if so, will I get the same fizzy-ness (is that an actual word) with the hardener like I would with the citric acid?"

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Posted By: Kimberly | November 01, 2017

"Is this processed/packaged in a facility that also processes eggs, diary, peanuts and tree nuts?"

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Posted By: Susan | October 16, 2017

"If I want to bring the pH down of a shampoo or conditioner, what percentage of citric acid is needed to bring the pH down 1 level, 2 levels? I want to go from a 8 to a 5 pH. Thank you."

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Posted By: samuel | April 29, 2017

"Do you have a PRODUCT SPECIFICATION list or analysis form. Thank you "

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Posted By: Mirelys | March 19, 2017

"Is this Citric acid made from lemons? the ingredients are not specified."

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Posted By: Vicky | April 07, 2016

"Is this a anhydrous citric acid?"

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Posted By: Bonnie | September 20, 2015

"I tried making bath fizzies following your recipe, but some are beginning to turn brown! Could it be a reaction to the citrus oils (pink grapefruit & lemon)), or the metal mixing bowl? I did use vanilla stabilizer in those with vanilla."

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Posted By: Anjel | September 04, 2015

"How much citric acid powder should be used with how much baking soda to give it the fizz?"

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Posted By: Juanita | May 26, 2015

"I would like to use citric acid in my toners, what ratio would you recommend?"

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Posted By: Elizabeth | December 09, 2014

"Can I use this in melt & pour bases? If so, how much? And how do I disperse it? Thanks"

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Posted By: Rhonda | July 29, 2014

"How much Citric Acid do I use in CP to lower the ph?"

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Posted By: Lisa | September 21, 2014

"How soon can I make bath bombs for Christmas? "

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Posted By: C | February 01, 2014

"how many cups are in one pound of this product?"

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Posted By: Angela | July 03, 2014

"Is this Citric Acid food grade?"

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Posted By: Laura | June 16, 2014

"Is this Citric Acid anhydrous or monohydrate?"

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Posted By: Jennifer | June 13, 2014

"Is this safe to use in dish washing soap? "

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Posted By: Michelle | June 10, 2014

"Can you tell me if this is GMO or NON GMO? Thanks"

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Posted By: Kimberly | April 11, 2014

"Can this be used in shampoo or conditioner?"

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Posted By: Katy | December 20, 2013

"I'm allergic to citric acid and am unable to even make bath fizzies with it. Are there any alternatives I can use?"

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Posted By: Makenna | January 27, 2013

"Is the Crafter's Choice Citric Acid Powder derived from corn?"

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Joshua P • Arizona

Date Submitted: 07/26/2022

I Recommend This Product!

	"Love it"
COMMENTS: This is my favorite citric acid. Easy to use, performs well. Always my go-to :)
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Annette • Florida

Date Submitted: 03/11/2022

I Recommend This Product!

"Perfect particle size for fizzies"

COMMENTS: I love this citric acid because of the extra fine particle size. I use it to make shower steamers that I hand press so the small size grains seem to compact better.

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• particle size		• wish it was on sale more often

Amber • Minnesota

Date Submitted: 09/11/2021

	"Very disappointing, WSP"
COMMENTS: I have purchased easily over 100 pounds of citric acid from WSP because the quality, packaging and price were always great. But my last two orders arrived damaged (broken bags).
PRODUCT USED IN: Soap - Cold Process, Bath Fizzies & Salts, Exfoliants & Sugar Scrubs

Chelsea • Oregon

Date Submitted: 05/04/2021

I Recommend This Product!

"It's Citric Acid"

COMMENTS: I mean, if fizzes, lol! Definitely not the best price per pound, but it'll do in a pinch! :D

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Good packaging		• Less spendy

Home • Tennessee

Date Submitted: 05/04/2021

"Good but Sticky"

COMMENTS: I use it to make bath bombs, bath salts and shower steamers. It works and does the job it's supposed to but it has a weird texture to it, when it gets wet during the making of the products it becomes sticky and tacky and has a very grainy appearance and when the bath bomb or steamer dries it looks grainy like wet salt/sugar.

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• price		• the tackiness and sticky ness

Cactusflower • Nevada

Date Submitted: 04/08/2021

I Recommend This Product!

	"best for all fizzy products"
COMMENTS: The price is right and the texture is perfect.
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Shannon • Michigan

Date Submitted: 01/29/2021

I Recommend This Product!

	"Citric Acid Powder"
COMMENTS: I have used citric acid from several other companies. I am pleased with the size, quality and price. I will continue to buy from Wholesale Supplies Plus for all my future purchases of this item.
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

robin • New York

Date Submitted: 01/14/2021

I Recommend This Product!

	"great product"
COMMENTS: The price is right and easy to use
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Colony • Georgia

Date Submitted: 01/09/2021

I Recommend This Product!

	"Love"
COMMENTS: I love this product for my bath bombs.
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Bgoodin2000 • Michigan

Date Submitted: 06/06/2020

I Recommend This Product!

	"Essential "
COMMENTS: I am pleased with the quality of this Citric acid. It came in a heavy duty bag that keep the powder fresh.
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Cherish • Mississippi

Date Submitted: 10/27/2019

I Recommend This Product!

"Great classic citric acid"

COMMENTS: This citric acid is nice and sturdy and produces great fizz for my shower steamers and bombs!

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• fizzy • light • no clumps

Laurisa • Tennessee

Date Submitted: 10/25/2019

I Recommend This Product!

"Excellent Quality!"

COMMENTS: Great CA for bath bombs. Excellent results in my products.

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Very fine grain • Nice Consistency of product

Paige • Illinois

Date Submitted: 10/15/2019

I Recommend This Product!

	"Good stuff"
COMMENTS: Many of the Citric acids I have bought I've had to grind finer. Not this one!
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Roshunda • Ohio

Date Submitted: 10/02/2019

I Recommend This Product!

	"Love it"
COMMENTS: I absolutely love this for my bath bombs and shower steamers.
PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

Zayda Huiza • California

Date Submitted: 09/27/2019

I Recommend This Product!

"Best Citric I’ve worked with "

COMMENTS: I utilize CC Citric Acid exclusively because of its great performance. I am able to use it right off the bag and it stays fresh for a while. I use a 50lb bag every 2 months so that tells you a lot about how great this product is.

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE		THINGS I'D LIKE TO CHANGE
• Fine grain

Derrick • Florida

Date Submitted: 09/22/2019

I Recommend This Product!

"Great product"

COMMENTS: I use this citric acid exclusively in my bath bombs. Makes for great bubbles and fizz!

PRODUCT USED IN: Bath Fizzies & Salts

THINGS I LIKE