Simple. Structure. Advanced. History. Comment on. this record. 3D. Citric acid. Molecular Formula CHO. Average mass 192.124 Da. Monoisotopic mass 192.027008 Da. ChemSpider ID 305. More details: Featured data source. Names. Properties. Searches. Spectra. Vendors. Articles. More. Names and Synonyms. Database ID (s)

Part 1 Preparing the Solution 1 Buy citric acid in crystalline powder form. You can find it at many grocery stores, Middle Eastern or kosher markets, cooking stores, health food stores, or bulk food stores. It is sometimes in the canning/preservation section and sometimes labeled "sour salt."

Citric Acid | C6H8O7 | CID 311 - structure, chemical names, physical and chemical properties, classification, patents, literature, biological activities, safety/hazards/toxicity information, supplier lists, and more.