D-(-) Tartaric Acid
Price: Rs 305 per Kg + GST as applicable
Category: Organic Acid / Food Additive / Pharmaceutical Ingredient
Description: D-(-) Tartaric Acid is a naturally occurring chiral organic acid widely used for its acidulating, stabilizing, and chelating properties. Available in food, pharmaceutical and industrial grades, it appears as a white crystalline powder with excellent solubility in water and alcohol. It provides superior tartness, enhances product stability, and supports stereochemical applications in pharma and fine chemicals.
Applications:
- Food & Beverage: acidulant in beverages, bakery, confectionery and effervescents
- Pharmaceuticals: excipient, effervescent formulations, chiral synthesis
- Cosmetics & Personal Care: pH regulator in creams, gels and skincare
- Construction Materials: retarder in gypsum/plaster and cement formulations
- Industrial & Chemical: chelating agent, electroplating, photography, textile finishing
- Laboratory Use: stereochemistry applications, resolving racemic mixtures
Technical Details:
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Chemical Formula | C4H6O6 |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
| Optical Rotation | -24.0° to -27.0° |
| Melting Point | 168 – 170 °C |
| pH (1% solution) | 2.2 – 2.6 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water and alcohol |
| Grade Available | Food / Pharma / Industrial |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.2% |
| Heavy Metals | Complies with food/pharma standards |
Packaging:
- 25 kg HDPE bags with liner
- 500 kg / 1000 kg big bags (on request)
- Palletized and shrink-wrapped packaging available
Storage & Handling: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from moisture and humidity. Keep container tightly sealed and avoid direct sunlight. Follow standard hygiene practices and use protective gloves and masks to avoid dust inhalation.