Is Potassium Tartrate vegan?

Potassium Tartrate

Vegan

Potassium Tartrates are the potassium salts of tartaric acid, a naturally occurring acid found in grapes and other fruits. They are used as acidity regulators and stabilising agents in food and winemaking.

Also known as Cream of tartar, Dipotassium tartrate, Potassium bitartrate, Potassium hydrogen tartrate
E number E336
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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