Cat Number: PIE-0305

Sodium tartrate

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CAS Number

868-18-8

Synonyms

Disodium tartrate
disodium;2,3-dihydroxybutanedioate
sodium 2,3-dihydroxysuccinate

Description

Sodium tartrate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) as a direct human food ingredient. It acts as an emulsifier and pH control agent in food products. This compound is commonly used as an emulsifier in cheese/cheese spread products and is not to exceed 4% concentration.

Molecular Weight

194.05

Molecular Formula

C4H4Na2O6

SMILES

C(C(C(=O)[O-])O)(C(=O)[O-])O.[Na+].[Na+]

EINECS

212-773-3

Appearance

transparent, colorless, and odorless crystals

Boiling Point

399.3ºC at 760 mmHg