Since it's naturally sour in flavor Citric Acid is used in many sour dishes and to impart a tart flavor in baking dishes.Can be also used as a very effective cleaning agent to clean Jewelry or other Metallic objects.Citric acid is the most important fruit acid which naturally makes it the most chosen acid for food flavourings.It lends a tangy tasty taste to processed food products such as soft drinks fruit juices fruit jams jellies and sugar confectionery. It is also used in dry mixtures soups sauces and pickles.