Midwinfer citric acid crystals food grade 900g, nimbu salt, tatri, nimbu phool adding citric acid prevents sugar crystallizing and helps to improve the flavor and the color of the jam that we are making. Try to add it at the end and add it according to sourness of the fruit you are making the jam with. You can also add it to sugar syrups, sherbets, etc. If you run out of fresh lemons, you can substitute it with citric acid. Some of the common recipes that uses lemon that can be substituted with citric acid are homemade paneer, sherbets, syrups and even for the popular dhokla you can substitute lemon juice with citric acid. But please remember to use food grade citric acid personal care-. When manufacturers mix citric acid with other ingredients, they can form a compound called alpha hydroxy acid that helps smooth your skin. Its also in some cosmetics and toiletries - like lipstick, hair spray, and deodorant - to help them last longer household cleaners. Because citric acid can eat away at hard water buildup, youll often see it in dishwasher detergent. Other household cleaners also include it as an ingredient since it can help remove stains and odors. Environmental cleanup products. Citric acid can safely remove toxins from polluted soil and even clean up nuclear waste.