TARTARIC ACID

CHARACTERISTIC

• TARTARIC ACID is present in the form of colorless, odorless and shiny crystals or powder

TASTE

• It tastes bitter and salty

SOLUBILITY

• It is highly soluble in water alcohol and ether.

DENSITY

• 1.76

MELTING POINT

• 170 degree Celsius

EFFECTS

• It is harmless

SOURCE

It is obtained by the chemical reaction of maleic anhydride and hydrogen peroxide

GRADES

• CP F-C-C

TARTARIC ACID USES

• • It is used in the preparation of Tartar cream.
  • It is used in making of fruit salts, baking powder and photography.

• Ceramic, textile and for the coloring on metal also use this chemical compound.