Is Potassium Tartrate vegetarian?
Potassium Tartrate
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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 | Butanedioic acid, 2,3-dihydroxy- (2R, 3R)- potassium salt (1:1),Potassium Hydrogen Tartrate, Cream of tartar, Dipotassium tartrate, Potassium bitartrate, Potassium hydrogen tartrate, Potassium salt of tartaric acid |
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| INCI name | Potassium Tartrate |
| E number | E336 |
| INS number | 336 |
| CAS number | 868-14-4 |
| EC number | 212-769-1 |
| CosIng ID | 90623 |
| Last reviewed | 22 April 2026 |
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