Tartaric Acid(E334)
Level 2 — Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary
Tartaric Acid is a acidulant — Acidity adjuster, sequestrant, and emulsifier
What it does
Acidity adjuster, sequestrant, and emulsifier
Where you'll see it
baking powders, beverages, confections, candies, preserves
What the research says
Large amounts may have a laxative effect
Regulatory status
- US FDA: GRAS
- EU: approved
- Notes: ASP
Sources
- A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): used as a sequestrant, especially in wines; as an emulsifier; and as a grape and sour flavoring