Aspergillus (specifically Aspergillus niger) is the primary fungus used for the commercial and industrial production of citric acid. It is preferred because of its high yield, ease of handling, and ability to ferment a wide range of inexpensive raw materials like molasses or corn starch. Today, nearly 99% of the world's manufactured citric acid is produced using this microbial fermentation process.

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