Introduced on March 31, 2025, the Tec-9 | Citric Acid became available in CS2 as part of the "Spring 2025 Skins" update.
Origin
This skin cannot be acquired through opening any containers, as it is included in the Radiant Collection.
Popularity
Currently, the Tec-9 | Citric Acid enjoys a popularity of 89%, placing it within the top 11% of the most favored items in CS2.
Rarity
Among 437 other Pistol skins, the Tec-9 | Citric Acid falls under the Industrial Grade rarity, making it a relatively common skin in the game.
Availability
The Tec-9 | Citric Acid is quite budget-friendly, with prices ranging from $0.01 to $0.38.
Versions
The float value for the Tec-9 | Citric Acid varies between 0.00 and 0.60, allowing the skin to exist in all exterior conditions. There are no available StatTrak or Souvenir versions for this skin.
Finish Style
Painted in a "Hydrographic" style, this Tec-9 features the Citric Acid finish. Weapon components are submerged in a water tank to apply the floating hydrographic film. This film then adheres to the weapon parts, creating a patterned surface. The primary color reflects a yellow hue, and the appearance of the Citric Acid finish is influenced by the pattern index.
Community Sentiment
The Tec-9 | Citric Acid has garnered over 9 votes, resulting in an average rating of 4.6 out of 5 stars. Additionally, this skin is owned by professional CS2 players s1mple, dycha, and jimpphat.