Description

About Cream of Tartar, USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade

Cream of Tartar, also known as potassium bitartrate, is a white powdery substance that is a byproduct of winemaking. It is processed from the potassium acid salt of tartaric acid. Cream of Tartar can be used in baking or as a cleaning agent when mixed with an acidic substance, such as lemon juice or white vinegar. The Cream of Tartar USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade available at Lab Alley is appropriate for food, personal care, household, and chemistry uses due to its purity level and certification from the United States Pharmacopeia (USP).

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COMMON USES AND APPLICATIONS
  • Food stabilization
  • Thickening agent
  • Leavening agent
  • Cleaning
  • pH buffer

INDUSTRIES

  • Food & Beverage
  • Cosmetics/Personal Care
  • Chemistry

PRODUCT INFORMATION

CAS
868-14-4
Molecular Formula
Molecular Weight
188.177
Synonyms
Potassium bitartrate, L(+) Potassium Hydrogen Tartrate, Monopotassium SALT of L-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, Potassium acid tartrate, Monopotassium tartrate, Beeswing
PubChem CID
Grade
USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade
Percent Purity
99-101%
Chemical Name
Potassium acid tartrate

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Safety and Shipping

GRAS Reference Citation 21CFR 184.1077.

This chemical is not considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)

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