Acidulants, Citric Acid & Citrates

We have the acidulants expertise in sourcing U.S. plant-based ingredients, market risk management knowhow, and an unparalleled supply chain to help you provide the finishing touch of flavor, stable moisture control, and a host of functional benefits.

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Leading Domestic Production

Our acidulants are made in the U.S.A. and provide important functional benefits across a range of applications—flavor, tartness, high solubility, buffering capacity, chelation of metals and antioxidant (preservative) properties. The ADM portfolio of citric acid and other acidulants are manufactured in Southport, NC with the support of our farmer relationships and vast supply chain network.

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Citric Acid

Used for pH and flavor adjustment, flavor enhancement, antioxidant preservative, and chelating agent. Best for alcoholic drinks, sauces, dairy and more.

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Sodium Citrate

Used as an “emulsifying salt” for process cheese products, a buffering agent with citric acid for precise pH control, and as a curing accelerator in meat products.

Potassium Citrate

Used for acidity regulation, food preservation, emulsification, as an alkalizing agent and as a substitute for sodium citrate in low-sodium applications.

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Citrisol®

Used to impart a clean, refreshing tartness, it may also be used as a sequestrant of metal ions to contribute protection from off-flavors and odors.

Functional Benefits and Applications

We have the formulation expertise and portfolio of acidulants to help you with a variety of product applications.

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Beverages & Alcohol

Our acidulants act as flavoring agents for alcoholic and non-alcoholic beverages and are frequently used in carbonated soft drinks.

Confections

Acidulants can help enhance flavor and/or provide tartness in confections.

Tablets and Supplements

Our acidulants can help enhance the flavors of your effervescent tablets and liquid supplements.

Meats & Cheeses

Sodium citrate is commonly used as an “emulsifying salt” in processed cheese products or as a curing accelerator for meat.

Pharmaceuticals

Our acidulants are commonly used in pharmaceutical products, excipients, and more products like cough syrups.

Laundry Care

Acidulants are a helpful ingredient for home cleaning products like laundry detergents.

The ADM Advantage in Acidulants

In a business where scale and efficiency matter, ADM is here to help with our world-renowned crop transportation network, reliable infrastructure, manufacturing expertise, and over 100 years of marketing knowledge. In addition, our broad portfolio of products, full-service beverage formulation, and vast experience make us a leader in this space.

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