Magnesium Citrate E345

Product Overview

Magnesium Citrate (E345) is a highly bioavailable organic magnesium salt produced by the reaction of magnesium with citric acid. It serves as a nutritional fortifier, acidity regulator, and stabiliser in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical formulations. With excellent solubility and neutral flavour, it is ideal for functional foods and dietary supplements that support bone, nerve, and cardiovascular health.

Applications in Food Production

• Beverages & Functional Drinks: Provides bioavailable magnesium enrichment in fruit juices, sports beverages, and electrolyte drinks. Offers high solubility and clarity in acidic and neutral systems. Supports muscle, nerve, and energy metabolism in functional beverage formulations.
  
• Dairy & Plant-Based Products: Fortifies milk powders, yoghurts, and plant-based milks with essential magnesium. Maintains texture uniformity and pH balance during processing and storage. Enhances nutrient retention and stability in fortified dairy systems.
  
• Bakery & Cereal Products: Used to enrich flour mixes, cereals, and energy bars with magnesium. Improves nutritional profile without altering dough performance or flavour. Suitable for fortified and health-focused bakery formulations.
  
• Nutraceuticals & Supplements: Preferred magnesium source for tablets, capsules, effervescent powders, and gummies. Exhibits excellent absorption and low gastrointestinal irritation. Combines well with calcium, zinc, and vitamin D in multi-mineral or wellness products.
• Confectionery & Desserts: Adds nutritional fortification in jellies, gummies, and sugar-free sweets. Contributes mild tartness and flavour balance. Ensures smooth texture and uniform dispersion in confectionery bases.
• Health & Clinical Nutrition: Used in functional foods, dietary supplements, and rehydration formulations for muscle and nerve health. Acts as a mild laxative and pH regulator in medical nutrition applications. Fully compliant with food, pharmaceutical, and nutraceutical regulatory standards.

Food Additive Information

• Chemical Name: Magnesium Citrate
• Additive Number: E345
• Category: Food Preservatives
  
• CAS Number: 3344-18-1
  

Key Specifications (Typical Values)

• Appearance: White to off-white fine powder
• Solubility: Freely soluble in water; forms clear solutions
• Functionality: Mineral fortifier, buffer, stabiliser, acidity regulator
• Grade: Food Grade / FCC / USP