SODIUM L(+)-TARTRATE
Prepared at the 7th JECFA (1963), published in NMRS 35 (1964) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metal and arsenic specifications revised at the 63rd JECFA (2004) (identical to those listed for potassium sodium L(+)-tartrate). An ADI of 0-30 mg/kg bw was established at the 17th JECFA (1973) and reconfirmed at the 21st JECFA (1977).
SYNONYMS Sodium dextro-tartrate; INS No. 335(ii)
DEFINITION
Chemical names Disodium L-tartrate, disodium (+)-tartrate, disodium (+)-2,3-dihydroxybutanedioic acid
C.A.S. number 868-18-8
Chemical formula C4H4Na2O6 · 2H2O
Formula weight 230.8
Assay Not less than 99% after drying
DESCRIPTION Transparent, colourless and odourless crystals
FUNCTIONAL USES Sequestrant and stabilizer in meat products and sausage casings
