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Generic: Citric Acid
Citric acid is a weak organic acid found naturally in citrus fruits. It is widely used as a flavoring agent, preservative, and chelating agent in food and beverages. It also has applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and cleaning products. Its sour taste and acidic properties make it useful in a variety of products.
Used as a flavoring agent, preservative, and chelating agent in food, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and other products.
Outcome:
Increased bleeding risk
Mechanism:
Citric acid may interfere with vitamin K metabolism.
Outcome:
Increased aluminum absorption
Mechanism:
Citric acid chelates aluminum, increasing its solubility and absorption.
Outcome:
Reduced effectiveness of calcium carbonate
Mechanism:
Citric acid reacts with calcium carbonate, potentially reducing its neutralizing capacity.
Most likely new formulation: Controlled-release citric acid for specific applications (Year: 2025, 60% confidence)
Based on its long history of safe use, citric acid is unlikely to face significant regulatory changes in the near future.
Organic acid, Tricarboxylic acid
Tricarboxylic acid