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Citric acid is naturally found in citrus fruits, especially lemons and limes. This is what gives them a sour, sour taste. The manufactured form of citric acid is commonly used as an additive in foods, detergents and nutritional supplements. However, this man-made form is different from the naturally occurring form in citrus fruits. For this reason, you may want to know whether this is good or bad for you. This article explains the difference between natural citric acid and artificial citric acid, and discusses its benefits, uses, and safety.

Citric acid is an organic compound with the chemical formula HOC(CO2H)(CH2CO2H)2. Usually a white solid, it is a weak organic acid. It is naturally found in citrus fruits. In biochemistry, it is an intermediate of the citric acid cycle, which occurs in the metabolism of all aerobic organisms. More than 2 million tons of citric acid are produced annually. It is widely used as an acidulant, flavoring agent and chelating agent