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Citric acid

(2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid) Present in citrus fruits; used as a flavouring agent in foods; present in cells. An antioxidant used to decrease oxidative rancidity of fat or oil. Inhibits metal-catalized oxidation and production of dark colors; metal chelating agents.

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