Calcium Citrate
molecular structure · PubChem
AKA: 813-94-5, Tricalcium dicitrate, Acicontral, TRICALCIUM CITRATE, Calcitrate, Citrical, Tribasic, Citracal, Tribasic calcium citrate
Synthetic
Chemical Exfoliant
Clean
1,2,3-Propanetricarboxylic acid, 2-hydroxy-, calcium salt (2:3)
Solubility White powder, odorless. Insol in alcohol. Loses most of its water @ 100 °C and all @ 120 °C /Tetrahydrate/
Formula
C12H10Ca3O14
Mol. Weight
498.40
CAS #
813-94-5
Form
Powder
State
Fine white powder
Functions
Buffering
Stabilizes pH
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
Citric acid from citrus has been used for centuries in skincare; calcium citrate is a modern chelating and pH-buffering form developed for contemporary cosmetic formulations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: PubChem · CosIng · EWG · CIR