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Sodium Citrate
Sodium Citrate (Product Code: SCL388/094) is the sodium salt of citric acid, used to prepare citrate buffers and Benedict’s reagent and to bind calcium ions in biology, physiology and chemistry teaching laboratories. It comes as a 100 g pack of analytical reagent grade with an MSDS, suited to labs that make up their own pH buffer solution. It is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India.
Specifications
| Parameter | Detail |
|---|---|
| Capacity (pack size) | 100 g |
| Grade | Analytical reagent |
| MSDS | Included with the pack |
| Shelf life | Shelf life depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions; ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted. |
| Product code | SCL388/094 |
| Supplied by | Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, India |
What Is Sodium Citrate Used For?
Mixed with citric acid in different proportions, sodium citrate gives citrate buffers that hold a steady, mildly acidic pH for enzyme and pH experiments. It is also one of the ingredients of Benedict’s reagent, where citrate keeps copper ions dissolved in the mildly alkaline solution used to test for reducing sugars. Technicians who prepare Benedict’s solution for school labs from separate chemicals therefore keep it in stock.
Because citrate binds calcium ions, physiology teaching labs use sodium citrate solutions to stop blood samples from clotting, and food-science classes use it to show how emulsifying salts change the texture of processed cheese. Sodium citrate is of low hazard, but keep the pack sealed and dry, label every solution clearly and follow the MSDS supplied with it.
Supplier
Sodium Citrate is a bought-in reagent supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Private Limited, trading as ScienceLab from Ambala, Haryana. Institutions registering us as a vendor can use GSTIN 06AAECJ8618A1ZT and the company’s Legal Entity Identifier, LEI 3358004HRD1JIVXKYX49. Further company information is on our company profile page.
Related Laboratory Equipment
Buffer and reagent preparation with Sodium Citrate often involves:
- Benedict Solution — the ready-made reagent, if you prefer not to prepare it.
- Hydrated Copper Sulfate — the copper salt in Benedict’s reagent.
- Sodium Carbonate — the alkali in Benedict’s reagent.
- PH Meter Desktop Type — checks the pH of prepared citrate buffers.
- Measuring Cylinder 100ml — measures water and solution volumes.
More reagents and apparatus are available in our Laboratory Equipment category.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sodium Citrate used for in the lab?
Sodium Citrate (SCL388/094) is used to prepare citrate buffers and Benedict’s reagent, to bind calcium ions in anticoagulant and chelation demonstrations, and in food-science practicals. Teaching labs keep it for making up solutions as they need them.
Can Sodium Citrate be used to make Benedict’s reagent?
Yes. Sodium Citrate is one of the three standard ingredients of Benedict’s reagent, together with copper sulfate and sodium carbonate. Follow your lab method for quantities, or order the ready-made Benedict Solution listed on our site instead.
How much Sodium Citrate is in one pack?
One pack of Sodium Citrate contains 100 g of analytical reagent grade salt and is supplied with an MSDS. Tell us how many packs you need for buffer or reagent preparation across your laboratories.
Which form of Sodium Citrate is supplied?
The listing for Sodium Citrate (SCL388/094) gives the pack size and analytical reagent grade but not the exact salt form or hydrate. If your method specifies one, such as trisodium citrate dihydrate, mention it in your enquiry and we will confirm availability.
What is the shelf life of Sodium Citrate?
The shelf life of Sodium Citrate depends on the chemical, its grade and storage conditions, so we do not state a fixed period. Ask us for the expiry date of the batch you are quoted, and keep the pack sealed in a dry place.
Who supplies Sodium Citrate?
Sodium Citrate is supplied by Jain Scientific Equipments Pvt Ltd (ScienceLab), Ambala, Haryana, India. The company sources this reagent and supplies it with glassware and pH equipment to schools, colleges, dealers and importers in India and international markets.
Request a Quote
Request a price for Sodium Citrate through our contact page, or add it to the enquiry cart with the other chemicals for your buffers and reagents. State the salt form if your method needs one, plus pack quantity and delivery location.
Last updated: 24 September 2026
