Calcium Citrate Tetrahydrate

• CAT Number: R028471
• CAS Number: 5785-44-4
• Molecular Formula: C12H18Ca3O18
• Molecular Weight: 570.49
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Tricalcium Dicitrate Tetrahydrate; Citric Acid Calcium Salt (2:3) Tetrahydrate; 2-Hydroxy-1,2,3-propanetricarboxylic Acid Calcium Salt (2:3) Tetrahydrate
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: tricalcium;2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylate;tetrahydrate
• InChI: InChI=1S/2C6H8O7.3Ca.4H2O/c2*7-3(8)1-6(13,5(11)12)2-4(9)10;;;;;;;/h2*13H,1-2H2,(H,7,8)(H,9,10)(H,11,12);;;;4*1H2/q;;3*+2;;;;/p-6
• InChIKey: LNIZKKFWMDARJV-UHFFFAOYSA-H
• SMILES: C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.C(C(=O)[O-])C(CC(=O)[O-])(C(=O)[O-])O.O.O.O.O.[Ca+2].[Ca+2].[Ca+2]

Calcium citrate tetrahydrate (Cat No.: R028471) is a calcium salt of citric acid containing four molecules of water of hydration. It is commonly used as a dietary calcium supplement due to its good bioavailability and solubility in low-acid environments, making it suitable for individuals with reduced stomach acidity. Additionally, it is utilized as a food additive, buffering agent, and firming agent in various processed foods. Its stability and biocompatibility also make it valuable in pharmaceutical formulations and nutritional products aimed at bone health.