Calcium citrate

Synonyms: Calcium citrate tribasic, Tricalcium citrate, Calcium salt of citric acid, E333, INS 333

Calcium citrate is the calcium salt of citric acid, a weak organic acid naturally found in citrus fruits. It is produced by neutralizing citric acid with a calcium source, such as calcium hydroxide or calcium carbonate, followed by filtration, drying, and milling. The result is a white, crystalline powder that is odorless and has a slightly alkaline taste. Commercially, it is available in various grades, including food grade, pharmaceutical grade (USP/EP/BP), and technical grade, with the pharmaceutical grade being the most relevant for supplement and medicinal applications.

In the B2B arena, calcium citrate has established itself as a preferred calcium source for dietary supplements, functional foods, and pharmaceutical formulations. Its superior bioavailability compared to calcium carbonate, especially in individuals with low stomach acid, makes it a go-to choice for formulators targeting bone health, women’s health, and senior nutrition. Beyond supplements, it serves as a buffering agent, sequestrant, and firming agent in food and beverage processing, and as a calcium source in medical nutrition and cell culture media. With the global push for clean-label and highly absorbable minerals, calcium citrate continues to gain traction in new product development.

Product Highlights

• High bioavailability: Calcium citrate is absorbed effectively regardless of gastric acid secretion, making it suitable for a broader population.
• Excellent safety profile: Manufactured under strict cGMP conditions, with low heavy metal content and consistent purity.
• Regulatory compliance: Meets USP, EP, BP, and FCC monographs; suitable for use in regulated markets worldwide.
• Versatile applications: Ideal for tablets, capsules, powders, effervescents, and fortified beverages.
• Stable supply chain: Produced in ISO-certified facilities with an annual capacity exceeding 5,000 metric tons.
• Customizable specifications: Particle size, bulk density, and flowability can be tailored to your formulation needs.

Zastosowania

• Dietary supplements: calcium tablets, capsules, softgels, and chewables for bone and joint health.
• Functional foods and beverages: calcium-fortified juices, plant-based milks, and meal replacements.
• Pharmaceutical formulations: antacids, calcium supplements, and electrolyte solutions.
• Medical nutrition: enteral and parenteral nutrition products.
• Food processing: buffering agent, sequestrant, and firming agent in jams, jellies, and canned goods.

Dane techniczne

Ordering & Supply

• Opakowanie: 25 kg net paper bags with PE liner, 500 kg jumbo bags, or as per customer requirement.
• MOQ: 1,000 kg (flexible for trial orders).
• Czas realizacji: 3–5 dni roboczych (towary dostępne w magazynie)
• Dokumentacja: COA, MSDS, TDS, and regulatory support available upon request.

Zapytanie ofertowe

• LyvBio Sp. z o.o. — E-mail: info@lyvbio.com