Product Description

L-Tartaric Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid widely used in food processing, beverages, pharmaceuticals, and industrial applications. It functions as an acidulant, antioxidant, and stabilizer, providing strong acidity and excellent solubility in various formulations.

Derived mainly from natural sources such as grapes, L-Tartaric Acid is preferred in food and beverage production for its clean taste and high purity. It is also used in chemical processing, construction materials, and specialty industrial applications.

Chemical & Physical Properties

• ✓ Chemical Name: L-Tartaric Acid

• ✓ CAS Number: 87-69-4

• ✓ Molecular Formula: C₄H₆O₆

• ✓ Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules

• ✓ Odor: Odorless

• ✓ Taste: Strong acidic taste

• ✓ Solubility: Freely soluble in water

• ✓ pH (1% solution): ~2.0–3.0

• ✓ Melting Point: ~170°C (decomposition)

• ✓ Bulk Density: ~0.7–0.9 g/cm³

• ✓ Stability: Stable under dry storage conditions

• ✓ Shelf Life: 24 months under recommended storage

Typical Specifications

• ✓ Assay (Purity): ≥ 99.5%

• ✓ Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5%

• ✓ Sulfate (SO₄): ≤ 0.05%

• ✓ Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 10 ppm

• ✓ Lead (Pb): ≤ 2 ppm

• ✓ Arsenic (As): ≤ 3 ppm

• ✓ Appearance: White crystalline powder

Applications

🍹 Food Industry

• Acidulant in beverages and wine

• Flavor enhancer in food products

• Baking and confectionery

💊 Pharmaceutical Industry

• Used in drug formulations

• Intermediate in chemical synthesis

💄 Cosmetics

• pH regulator in skincare products

Key Features

• 🌿 Natural origin from plant sources

• 🔬 Optically active (L-form)

• ⭐ High purity and stability

• ✅ Suitable for food and pharmaceutical applications

• 📦 Consistent quality and reliable supply

Packaging & Storage

• ✅ Packaging: 25 kg bags, 500 kg jumbo bags, or customized packaging

• ✅ Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place. Keep tightly sealed to prevent moisture absorption.

Attachments

Download COA and TDS for detailed specifications and information.

TDS - L+Tartaric acid - food.pdf

COA - food - L-Tartaric acid - 260124A.pdf

Please contact us for the latest documents or customized specifications.

Supplier Information

We supply L-Tartaric Acid to global markets including the USA, Europe, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Stable supply, strict quality control, and professional export service.

FAQ

Q1: Is L-Tartaric Acid suitable for food use?
👉 Yes, it is widely used as a food-grade acidulant.

Q2: What is the difference from DL-Tartaric Acid?
👉 L-Tartaric Acid is natural and optically active, while DL is synthetic.

👉 🔗 Learn more:
[L-Tartaric Acid vs DL-Tartaric Acid]

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