CAS No.: | 87-69-4 |
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Formula: | C4h6o6 |
EINECS: | 201-766-0 |
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In the beverage industry, tartaric acid is commonly used to enhance the tartness and acidity of drinks. It is frequently added to fruit juices, carbonated soft drinks, and sports drinks to give them a more balanced and refreshing taste. Tartaric acid can help preserve the flavor integrity of beverages by maintaining the right level of acidity, which is essential for taste and shelf life. In some fruit-flavored sodas, it also works as a preservative, preventing microbial growth and extending the product's usability. By controlling acidity, tartaric acid ensures that beverages remain stable and enjoyable from production to consumption.
Testing Item | Standard | Result |
Characters | White crystalline powder | White crystalline powder |
Content (on dry basis) (%) | ≥99.5 | 99.71 |
Sulphate (SO4) (%) | ≤0.04 | <0.04 |
Heavy metals (pb) (%) | ≤0.001 | <0.001 |
Arsenic (As) (%) | ≤0.0002 | <0.0002 |
Oxidable matter (%) | passed | passed |
Loss on drying (%) | ≤0.5 | 0.38 |
Residue on ignition (%) | ≤0.1 | 0.06 |
Melting point (ºC) | 200~206 | 205 |
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