Tec-9 | Citric AcidBattle-Scarred$0.12The Tec-9 | Citric Acid is an Industrial-grade skin in Counter-Strike 2, featuring the Citric Acid finish on the Tec-9.
How to Obtain: It belongs to the Radiant Collection.
Price and Market Trends: The Tec-9 | Citric Acid (Battle-Scarred) has a median market price of approximately $0.12, with the lowest listing prices available in the marketplace comparison below. The price has remained stable with minimal movement over the past 7 and 30 days, indicating balanced supply and demand. Across wear conditions, prices range from $0.12 (Battle-Scarred) to $1.34 (Well-Worn).
Community Rating: The Tec-9 | Citric Acid has a community rating of 4.0 out of 5 based on 5,820 votes. This above-average rating suggests the community considers it a solid choice among Tec-9 skins.
The Tec-9 | Citric Acid (Battle-Scarred) shows a Stable trend.
Trades in the budget range.
Compare prices above. 5-20% differences exist due to fees.
Market stable - good for buyers and sellers. See charts for history.
Factory New (FN) Tec-9 | Citric Acid skins have float values between 0.00-0.07, showing minimal to no visible wear. Minimal Wear (MW) floats range from 0.07-0.15, with slight scratches or fading. The price gap between FN and MW varies by finish — some designs like the Citric Acid pattern hide wear better than others, making MW versions a strong value alternative.
Yes, the Tec-9 | Citric Acid is an excellent budget-friendly choice. Priced affordably, it offers the Citric Acid aesthetic without breaking the bank. Budget skins like this are ideal for players building their first inventory or those who prefer spending on multiple skins rather than one expensive item. The lower price point also means less financial risk if you decide to trade or sell later.
Prices for the Tec-9 | Citric Acid vary across marketplaces due to fees, regional pricing, and seller competition. Originally from the The Radiant Collection, this skin is available on third-party marketplaces. The Steam Community Market charges 15% fees, while third-party markets like Skinport, DMarket, and Buff163 offer lower prices with 2-10% fees. Compare real-time prices in the market comparison table above to find the best deal.
Yes, all weapon skins including the Tec-9 | Citric Acid are purely cosmetic and can be used in all CS2 game modes including competitive matchmaking, Premier, and professional tournaments. Skins provide no gameplay advantages or disadvantages - they only change the weapon's visual appearance. Many professional players use skins during official matches, and you'll often see high-value items like this featured in tournament broadcasts.
The Tec-9 | Citric Acid has remained relatively stable in price recently, with less than 5% movement over the past 7 and 30 days. Stable pricing suggests balanced supply and demand. This can be a good sign for investors looking for low-volatility items, and for buyers it means you're unlikely to overpay. Check the price chart above for longer-term trends.
The Tec-9 | Citric Acid is part of the The Radiant Collection. All skins from the same collection share a rarity hierarchy, which affects trade-up contract possibilities and overall value.
Based on our real-time price comparison across 15+ marketplaces, Buff163 currently has the lowest price for the Tec-9 | Citric Acid at $0.02. However, prices change frequently as sellers list and buyers purchase. We recommend checking the marketplace comparison table above for the most current prices, and remember to factor in each marketplace's fees when comparing total costs.