Tartaric Acid

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Tartaric Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid found in many plants, particularly grapes. It is widely used in the food, pharmaceutical, and chemical industries due to its acidic properties and ability to act as a chiral building block in synthesis. This crystalline acid enhances flavor, stabilizes products, and serves as a key ingredient in baking powders, effervescent tablets, and various industrial applications.

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Category: Acidulants Tags: Baking Powder Component, C₄H₆O₆, Food Acidulant, Natural Organic Acid, Tartaric Acid, White crystalline powder

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Tartaric Acid

Primary Uses

Food Industry

Acidulant: Used to impart tartness and acidity in beverages, candies, and baked goods.
Leavening Agent: Combined with baking soda to produce carbon dioxide for rising in baking powders.
pH Adjuster: Maintains desired acidity levels in processed foods and beverages.
Stabilizer: Prevents crystallization in syrups and jams.

Pharmaceutical Industry

Effervescent Tablets: Acts as an acid component in tablets that dissolve with effervescence.
Chiral Agent: Used in the synthesis of pharmaceuticals due to its stereochemical properties.
Antioxidant: Helps stabilize active ingredients in formulations.

Secondary Uses

Chemical Industry

Chelating Agent: Binds metal ions in various industrial processes.
Plasticizer Production: Used as an intermediate in producing biodegradable plastics.

Cosmetics

pH Regulator: Used in skin care products to adjust acidity and improve product stability.

Textile Industry

Mordant: Used in dyeing processes to fix dyes onto fabrics.

KEY PRODUCT FEATURES

1. Basic Identification Attributes

Chemical Name (IUPAC): 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
Common/Trade Name: Tartaric Acid
CAS Number: 87-69-4
HS Code: 2918.14.00
Synonyms: 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid, tartaric acid powder

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

Physical State: White crystalline powder
Color & Odor: White; odorless
Melting Point: 168–170 °C
Solubility: Soluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol
Density: Approx. 1.76 g/cm³

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous; may cause mild irritation
Toxicity: Low toxicity; generally recognized as safe (GRAS) for food use
Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture and incompatible substances
Container Type: Bags, drums, or bulk containers
Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions
Handling Precautions: Avoid dust formation; use dust masks if necessary

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

Complies with food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade standards (FCC, USP)
Manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
Meets REACH, OSHA, and GHS regulatory requirements

6. Environmental & Health Impact

Biodegradability: Readily biodegradable
Ecotoxicity: Low environmental toxicity
Bioaccumulation: Not significant

SAFETY HANDLING PRECAUTIONS

Safety Handling Precautions

PPE Required: Gloves and dust mask recommended during handling
Handling Guidelines: Use adequate ventilation to minimize dust exposure
Storage Measures: Keep containers sealed and dry

First Aid Measures

Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if irritation occurs
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical help if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; seek medical advice if discomfort occurs

Firefighting Measures

Fire Hazards: Non-flammable
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, or dry chemical extinguishers
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon oxides and other combustion gases under fire conditions