L-(+)-Tartaric Acid; 2,3-Dihydroxybutanedioic Acid
Functional Use in Foods: Acid; Sequestrant
Chemical Formula |
C4H6O6 |
Molecular Weight |
F.W. 150.09 |
CAS # |
87-69-4 |
Safety Information |
|
Health Hazard |
2 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (C4H6O6; Dried Basis) | 99.7-100.5% |
Optical Rotation, [a]D25 | +12.0° to +13.0° |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Lead | 2 mg/kg |
Loss on Drying | 0.5% |
Oxalate | To pass test |
Residue on Ignition | 0.05% |
Sulfate | To pass test |
UPS limit |
150 lb |
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