The similarities:

  • Both are acids and commonly found in Citrus fruits
  • Some foods, such as lemons, contain both Citric Acid and Ascorbic Acid
  • Both contain antioxidant or antimicrobial properties

The differences:

Comparing Citric and Ascorbic Acid

Comparing the technical specifications

Citric Acid COA
Comparing Citric and Ascorbic Acid
Ascorbic Acid COA
Comparing Citric and Ascorbic Acid