White crystalline powder of food grade tartaric acid in transparent sealed plastic bag labeled 454 g
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Tartaric Acid (Food Grade)

Food grade tartaric acid is a naturally occurring organic acid used primarily in food processing, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Supplied in precise food grade quality, suitable for diverse industrial applications in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number87-69-4
Chemical FormulaC4H6O6
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
Packaging454 g sealed plastic bags
StorageStore in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from moisture

Tartaric Acid (Food Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NameTartaric Acid (Food Grade)
CategoryFood & Pharmaceutical Ingredients
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Tartaric Acid (Food Grade)

Tartaric acid (food grade) is a white crystalline organic acid extensively utilized in the food industry as an acidulant and antioxidant. It plays a key role in baking powders to stabilize mixtures and improve leavening. In pharmaceuticals, it assists as an excipient and pH stabilizer for formulations. The cosmetic industry uses it for controlled acidification and antioxidant benefits. Tartaric acid is commonly handled as a solid powder, requiring storage in cool, dry environments to prevent caking and maintain efficacy. Finstar supplies tartaric acid in consistent food-grade quality to industrial buyers with reliable packaging options favorable for small to medium scale manufacturing. The product handles high-temperature processing well and contributes to flavor stability in consumables. In Kenya and surrounding markets, its availability supports industries in regulated food, pharma, and personal care sectors, where purity and standardized grades are critical. Procurement teams benefit from Finstar’s provision of batch certificates and tailored logistics for smooth integration into manufacturing lines. Proper handling reduces risks of moisture uptake which can affect performance in recipes and drug preparations. Exploring optimized tartaric acid use enhances product consistency, shelf life, and process control across applications. Finstar ensures compliance with food safety standards, supporting industrial users with traceability documents.

External references: PubChem · Wikipedia

Applications

Food AcidulantUsed to acidify food products and stabilize pH in beverages, candies, and baking powders for taste and shelf-life enhancement.
Pharmaceutical ExcipientActs as a pH control agent and stabilizer in tablets and syrups, improving drug formulation consistency.
Cosmetic pH RegulatorRegulates acidity in skincare and cosmetic products, supporting product stability and antioxidant properties.
Chelating Agent in IndustryBinds metals during processing, protecting product quality and equipment from metal ion contamination.

Benefits

Improves Baking QualityIts acid-base reaction in baking powders produces carbon dioxide, enhancing dough rise and texture.
Enhances Product StabilityAntioxidant characteristics prevent oxidation in food and cosmetic formulations, extending shelf life.
Standardized Food Grade QualityEnsures consistent performance vital for regulated food and pharmaceutical manufacturing processes.
Moisture Resistant PackagingSealed bagging prevents moisture uptake, preserving product flowability and reactivity during processing.

Features

Food Grade CertificationMeets strict purity and safety standards suitable for food and pharmaceutical use.
Convenient Pack SizeSupplied in easy-to-handle 454 g bags ideal for accurate batching in small to medium batch production.
Batch Documentation AvailableCOA and traceability documents support quality assurance and regulatory compliance.

Industries Served

Food and BeverageUsed to regulate acidity, enhance flavor, and stabilize baking agents in consumables.
PharmaceuticalsServes as excipient and pH stabilizer in drug manufacturing for consistent formulation quality.
Cosmetics and Personal CareControls pH and provides antioxidant properties in creams, lotions, and skincare products.
Chemical ManufacturingFunctions as a chelating agent to remove metal ions that could affect product purity.

Tartaric Acid (Food Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Tartaric Acid (Food Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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