L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)
Synonyms: tartaric acid · (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid · (+)-Tartaric acid · (R,R)-Tartaric acid
L-(+)-Tartaric acid (CAS 87-69-4) – API process intermediate, Food Grade grade. C4H6O6, MW 150.09. COA included. Worldwide shipping from Vaqora Chemicals.
About L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)
Vaqora Chemicals supplies L-(+)-Tartaric acid in Food Grade grade, an API process intermediate registered under CAS number 87-69-4. Formula C4H6O6, molecular weight 150.09 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid. Alternative names: tartaric acid and (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid.
The product is provided as a solid. Keep the vial tightly closed, protected from light and humidity, at the temperature stated on the Certificate of Analysis. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 6 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.
Process chemists and analysts use it when developing synthetic routes to the parent drug substance, tracking process-related impurities and validating analytical methods. Buyers come mainly from pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and food and beverage processing.
Standard pack sizes are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg and 100 mg, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide.
Typical applications
- API route development
- Impurity fate & purge studies
- Analytical method development
- Food & flavour applications
Industries
Grade guides
Specifications & identifiers
| Product name | L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) |
|---|---|
| Catalogue No. | VQ-046913 |
| CAS Number | 87-69-4 |
| IUPAC name | (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid |
| Molecular formula | C4H6O6 |
| Molecular weight | 150.09 g/mol |
| Exact mass | 150.0164 |
| Grade | Food Grade |
| HSN code | 29181200 |
| InChIKey | FEWJPZIEWOKRBE-JCYAYHJZSA-N |
| SMILES | [C@@H]([C@H](C(=O)O)O)(C(=O)O)O |
| PubChem CID | 444305 |
| Physical form | Solid |
|---|---|
| LogP (XLogP3) | -1.9 |
| H-bond donors / acceptors | 4 / 6 |
| TPSA | 115 Ų |
| Synonyms | tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid, (+)-Tartaric acid, (R,R)-Tartaric acid, Threaric acid, Dextrotartaric acid, L-threaric acid, Natural tartaric acid, (+)-(R,R)-Tartaric acid |
Safety & hazard information (GHS)
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements
H302Harmful if swallowedH315Causes skin irritationH317May cause an allergic skin reactionH318Causes serious eye damageH319Causes serious eye irritationH335May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P272, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P330, P332 + P317, P333 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501
Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the CAS number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)?
The CAS Registry Number of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) is 87-69-4. It is also known as tartaric acid, (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxysuccinic acid, (+)-Tartaric acid.
What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)?
L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) has the molecular formula C4H6O6 and a molecular weight of 150.09 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2R,3R)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid.
Which grade and pack sizes of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) can I order?
We supply L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) in Food Grade grade, in 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.
Do you provide a COA and SDS with L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC)?
Yes. Every lot of L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.
Can L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) be shipped internationally?
Yes. L-(+)-Tartaric acid, food grade (FCC) is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.
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