Potassium Bitartrate
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Cream of Tartar
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
868-14-4
EC
212-769-1
Food Code
E336
Potassium bitartrate, also known as cream of tartar, is a white crystalline organic acid salt derived from tartaric acid.
Potassium Bitartrate
Used in food and beverages as a stabilizer, acidity regulator, and leavening component. In laboratories, it serves as a reagent for analytical titrations.
Non-toxic; avoid excessive humidity.
Supplied in 25 kg paper bags or drums. Store in cool, dry, and sealed conditions.