CAS 133-37-9
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya
CAS 133-37-9C4H6O6150.09 g/mol
DL Tartaric Acid, also known as 2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid (CAS 133-37-9), is primarily used in the food and beverage industry as a stabilizing agent and acidity regulator. This white powder plays a critical role in various applications, ensuring consistent quality and performance in numerous formulations. It is an essential compound in both culinary and industrial processes, which require precise pH control and stability.
Main applicationFood and beverage production — used as a stabilizing agent and acidity regulator.
DL Tartaric Acid is significant across multiple industries due to its ability to enhance stability and maintain desired pH levels. This versatility makes it a valuable ingredient in food, pharmaceuticals, and cleaning applications, ensuring quality and performance in finished products.
Also known as
- 2
- 3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid
- DTXCID3026986
- CHEBI:15674
- DTXSID501031477
- RefChem:935304
- GlyTouCan:G35198MQ
- G35198MQ
- 610-885-0

Trade pricing
Quoted per enquiry
Pricing depends on volume, grade and delivery point. Our desk responds within two working hours.
Available packaging
- Pack size of 25 kg bags.
Documentation
Batch-specific COA issued with every consignment.
Technical specifications
- CAS number
- 133-37-9
- Chemical formula
- C4H6O6
- Molecular weight
- 150.09 g/mol
- Grade
- Technical grade
- Appearance
- White powder
DL Tartaric Acid is a naturally occurring organic acid that is soluble in water and alcohol. Its molecular formula is C4H6O6, with a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. This product is readily available as a white powder, typically packed in 25 kg bags. When ordering, buyers should consider factors such as concentration and the physical state to ensure compatibility with their application needs. Its solubility characteristics are crucial for formulation in various solutions.
Delivery
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is dispatched from our Nairobi warehouse across Kenya, and export delivery is arranged to the wider East African market. Lead time depends on quantity and grade and is confirmed with your quotation — see delivery and collection for the towns we reach and how dispatch works.
Applications & uses
- Food and beverage production — used as a stabilizing agent and acidity regulator.
- Pharmaceutical formulations — serves as an excipient for improving drug stability.
- Cosmetic products — utilized for its pH balancing properties.
- Laboratory reagents — employed in chemical assays and titrations.
- Cleaning products — acts as a chelating agent to enhance cleaning efficiency.
Industries we supply this to
Why buy this from Sparks
- Stabilizes formulations — enhances product consistency and shelf life.
- Improves taste and texture — crucial for food and beverage applications.
- Balances pH effectively — vital for cosmetic and pharmaceutical products.
- Facilitates better cleaning — increases efficiency in cleaning solutions.
- Versatile application — suitable for varied industrial uses.
Quality assurance
- Documentation, including a certificate of analysis and safety data sheet, can be issued with a consignment where required.
State what your process, auditor or customs clearance requires when you request a quotation, and it is confirmed with the quote.
Safety, handling & storage
Always consult the full Safety Data Sheet before handling. Personnel must use appropriate PPE and follow local regulations for storage, transport and disposal.
Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya?
The CAS registry number for DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is 133-37-9. Its chemical formula is C4H6O6, with a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Quote this number when requesting a quotation or checking documentation, as it identifies the substance unambiguously regardless of the trade name used.
What are the other names for DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya?
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is also referred to as 2, 3-Dihydroxybutanedioic acid, DTXCID3026986, CHEBI:15674, DTXSID501031477 and RefChem:935304. These names describe the same substance, so a specification or enquiry written against any of them can be matched to this product.
What grade of DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is supplied?
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is supplied as Technical grade. State the grade your process requires when requesting a quotation — where an alternative grade can be sourced, it is confirmed at quotation stage rather than assumed.
What does DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya look like?
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is described as white powder. Appearance is a useful first check on receipt of goods, though it does not replace the certificate of analysis for confirming that the material meets specification.
What is DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya used for?
Common applications include food and beverage production — used as a stabilizing agent and acidity regulator., pharmaceutical formulations — serves as an excipient for improving drug stability., cosmetic products — utilized for its pH balancing properties., laboratory reagents — employed in chemical assays and titrations. and cleaning products — acts as a chelating agent to enhance cleaning efficiency.. The suitability of the product for a particular process depends on the grade and specification required, which is worth confirming against your own process conditions.
Which industries use DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya?
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is supplied to the Food Processing & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare, Cosmetics & Personal Care and Laboratories & Research sectors. These are the industries this product is listed against in our catalogue; if your application falls outside them, we can advise on suitability before you order.
What packaging is DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya available in?
DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya is supplied in Pack size of 25 kg bags. Where a different pack size or bulk delivery is required, it is confirmed at quotation stage against availability rather than listed here as standard.
Related to DL Tartaric Acid in Kenya
Where this product sits in the catalogue, and the sectors that use it.
References
Technical information on this page was compiled from the following published sources. Safety and handling data always comes from the supplier’s own safety data sheet.
- 1.PubChem CID 875pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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