MSDS Citric Acid (C6H8O7) – Safety Data Sheet & GHS Hazards

Summary MSDS for Citric Acid (C6H8O7), CAS 77-92-9: substance identity, GHS hazard classification, hazard and precautionary statements, and links to the manufacturer's official SDS.

Identity summary

Name Citric Acid
Other names (IUPAC) 2-hydroxypropane-1,2,3-tricarboxylic acid
Molecular formula C6H8O7
CAS number 77-92-9
Molar mass 192.12 g/mol
PubChem CID 311

Hazard identification (GHS)

Signal word: WARNING

Pictograms:

GHS07 – Harmful / irritant
Harmful / irritant

Hazard statements (H)

  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary statements (P)

Prevention

  • P261: Avoid breathing dust.
  • P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
  • P280: Wear eye protection/ face protection.

Response

  • P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P304 + P340 + P312: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor if you feel unwell.

Storage

  • P403 + P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
  • P405: Store locked up.

Disposal

  • P501: Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.

The GHS classification above matches TCI (Tokyo Chemical Industry) official data for product C1949 Citric Acid. Substance identity from PubChem CID 311.

Download the official SDS & CoA

The applicable Safety Data Sheet is the manufacturer's SDS for the product and lot you purchase. For products available from AMI Scientific:

TCI C1949 – Citric Acid Official SDS & CoA (TCI)
TCI C1949 – Citric Acid View product

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What is an MSDS/SDS?

An MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet), now called an SDS (Safety Data Sheet), is a 16-section document describing the hazards, handling, storage, first aid, and disposal of a chemical. Read the full MSDS guide and other MSDS pages.

This summary was compiled by AMI Scientific from TCI official GHS data for information purposes. Classification may differ by concentration, form, and supplier. Always refer to the manufacturer's official SDS for the product and lot you use. Updated: 23-10-2026.