Citrate

Sodium Citrate

Known by the formula NACHO, it is sometimes simply referred to as sodium citrate.
Sodium citrate is the salt of citric acid and has a slightly salty and slightly sour taste.
Because of the sodium and calcium citrate salts, it is commonly called a “sour salt.”

Applications of Sodium Citrate:

Flavoring agent and preservative
Used in medicine (anticoagulant drugs)
Pharmaceutical applications
Emulsifier
Acidulant

Sodium Citrate in Pizza Cheese:

Used to preserve and improve product stability for longer shelf life.

Sodium Citrate in Processed Cheese:

Used as emulsifying salts or melting salts.

Reasons for Using Sodium Citrate Salt:

1. Removing calcium from the protein system
2. Peptization: dissolving and dispersing proteins
3. Hydrating and swelling proteins
4. Controlling and stabilizing pH

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