Pastry Star Sodium Citrate is a fine, food-grade powder used to control acidity, emulsify sauces, and stabilize emulsions. Often referred to as a sour salt, its commonly used in processed cheeses, soda production, and sauces where maintaining a balanced pH is essential. Its ideal for modernist cuisine and clean-label commercial formulations.

Features
Acts as a pH buffer and acid regulator
Supports smooth melting in processed cheeses
Enhances stability in sauces and emulsions
Clean-label additive with a neutral taste
Supplied in bulk for foodservice or manufacturing use

Perfect For
Meltable cheese sauces and dips
Acid control in sodas, sherbets, and jellies
Stabilizing emulsified dressings and soups
Molecular gastronomy and spherification recipes

Specifications
Type: Sodium Citrate (trisodium salt of citric acid)
Format: Fine white powder
Weight: 25 lbs
Shelf Life: 3 years unopened
Storage: Cool, dry place in airtight container
Allergen Info: Free from common allergens

Usage Tips
Dissolve in water before adding to recipes for even distribution
Use in low dosestypically 0.5%1% by weight
Combine with citric acid to adjust sourness while maintaining balance
Great for smoothing out high-acid mixtures

FAQs
Q: Is sodium citrate natural?
A: It is derived from citric acid and considered a naturally occurring salt.
Q: Is it vegan and gluten-free?
A: Yes, it is suitable for vegan and gluten-free recipes.
Q: Can I use this in cheese making?
A: Yes, it helps emulsify and prevent separation in processed and vegan cheeses.
Q: Does it affect flavor?
A: It has a slightly salty taste but primarily acts as a functional stabilizer.

Item Number: PS40468