868-14-4 | |
C4H5KO6 | |
188.177 | |
Potassium bitartrate, L(+) Potassium Hydrogen Tartrate, Monopotassium SALT of L-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid, Potassium acid tartrate, Monopotassium tartrate, Beeswing | |
23681127 | |
USP/NF/FCC/Food Grade | |
99-101% | |
Potassium acid tartrate |
Description
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).
Applications
Common Uses
- Food stabilization
- Thickening agent
- Leavening agent
- Cleaning
- pH buffer
Commercial/Industrial Applications
- Food & Beverage
- Cosmetics/Personal Care
- Chemistry
Safety and Handling
GRAS Reference Citation 21CFR 184.1077.
This chemical is not considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)