PH Regulators

Food grade glacial acetic acid. Translucent, colorless, and corrosive liquid with a minimum acidity of 99.8% (pure acetic acid). It has a strong, pungent vinegar odor and is completely soluble in water and alcohol. Excellent as an acidulant and preservative in food products. Highly soluble in water and alcohol, easily incorporated into food and technical formulations. Applications: preservation of meats, olives, and vegetables, baking, sauce production, and as an acidifier in various food formulations. Also known as vinegar, ethanoic acid, methylcarboxylic acid, E260. Properties: pH (1% sol.) 2.0–3.0, max. 0.15% moisture, max. 0.5 ppm heavy metals (Pb), appearance free of suspended particles. Kosher certified. Available in 20, 25, and 50 kg presentations. Shelf life: 12 months. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.

Lactic acid 88%, food grade. Colorless to light yellow liquid, 88% active. High-purity product obtained by carbohydrate fermentation, hygroscopic, odorless, and fully biodegradable. Functions as a pH regulator, preservative, and flavor enhancer. Applications: processed foods, beverages, bakery, dairy, meat products, sauces, and dressings. Also known as E270. Properties: pH 1.0–2.0 (1% solution), density 1.20–1.22 g/mL at 20 °C, purity 87.5–88.5%, max. impurity content (arsenic 1 mg/kg, heavy metals 5 mg/kg, lead 0.5 mg/kg, chlorides and sulfates 10 mg/kg, iron and mercury max. 5 and 1 mg/kg respectively, sulfated ash max. 0.05% w/w, color ≤ 50 APHA). CAS 50-21-5. Kosher certification available. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.

Propionic acid USP grade, food grade. Translucent liquid, minimum 99% active. Soluble in water, ethanol, and ether, with antimicrobial properties that inhibit mold growth and some bacteria. Applications: preservative in foods such as cheeses, sliced bread, pastries, cakes, and meat products. Also known as E280. Properties: pH (1% solution) 2.0–3.0, translucent liquid appearance, Kosher certified, max. aldehydes content 0.05%, max. APHA color 10 ppm, heavy metals such as lead max. 10 ppm, arsenic max. 3 ppm, max. non-volatile residue 0.01%, max. water content 0.15%. CAS 79-09-4. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.

Ensign anhydrous citric acid, food grade. Fine white powder, 100% active. High purity (min. 99.5%), water-soluble, with acidifying, flavor-enhancing, and preservative properties. Stable and effective across a wide range of food applications. Uses: carbonated beverages, juices, dairy products, processed foods, jams, jellies, gelatins, and preserves. Properties: pH (5% solution) 1.5–3.0, CAS 77-92-9, also known as E330. Certified Kosher, Halal, FSSC 22000, and compliant with USP/FCC specifications. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.

Potassium iodate USP grade stabilizer and oxidizing agent. Fine white powder with 99.0–101.0% purity. Stable compound, highly soluble in water, mainly used in salt iodization to prevent iodine deficiency. Also serves as an additive in animal feed, wheat flour treatment, and dough conditioners, as well as in analytical and biocidal applications such as antiseptics. Applications: human and animal nutrition, baking, analytical reagent, oxidizing agent, redox titrations, and antiseptic formulations. Properties: pH 5.0–8.0 (5% solution), iodine content 58.75–59.93%, max. 20 ppm iodide, max. 100 ppm chlorate, max. 2.0 ppm arsenic, max. 10.0 ppm cadmium, max. 4.0 ppm lead, and max. 0.1 ppm mercury. Also known as E917. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.

Trisodium citrate dihydrate Ensign, food grade. White granular or fine powder, soluble in water, insoluble in alcohol. Obtained from the reaction of citric acid and calcium hydroxide, allergen-free. Functions as an acidity regulator, chelating agent, and emulsifier. Applications: food, beverages, and fillings. Properties: pH (5% solution) 7.5–9.0, CAS 6132-04-3, also known as E331. Kosher certified and compliant with USP/FCC specifications. Available in Monterrey, with shipping throughout Mexico.