NH42C6H6O7

NH4C6H6O7 represents ammonium citrate, a salt formed from the reaction of ammonia (NH3) and citric acid (C6H8O7). It is an organic compound with the chemical formula NH4C6H6O7. In this salt, the ammonium ion (NH4+) replaces one of the hydrogen ions in the citric acid molecule. Ammonium citrate exists as a white crystalline solid and is soluble in water.

This compound finds various applications. In the food industry, it is used as a food additive, often functioning as an acidity regulator, emulsifier, or leavening agent. It is sometimes listed under the E number E380. Ammonium citrate is also employed in analytical chemistry and in some pharmaceutical formulations. Its properties, such as its ability to chelate metal ions, contribute to its utility in these diverse fields. The exact properties and applications can vary depending on the specific isomer or form of ammonium citrate used.