Tartaric Acid
Allzone Trading supplies tartaric acid to food, beverage and winemaking customers in Ontario, Quebec and across Canada. Tartaric acid is used as an acidulant and as a component of leavening systems. The applicable grade is confirmed against supplier documentation at quotation.
At a glance
- Product
- Tartaric Acid
- Grades
- Grade confirmed at quotation
- Typical applications
- Winemaking and beverage acidity adjustment · Bakery leavening systems · Confectionery and dessert products
- Packaging
- Crystalline powder or granular — typical 25 kg bags (confirmed at quotation)
- • Certificate of Analysis is provided against the confirmed shipment, grade and batch.
- • Manufacturer TDS and SDS are subject to grade and supplier confirmation and are available on request.
- • Grades, packaging and origin above are indicative sourcing options and are confirmed at quotation.
Available grades from container-direct sourcing
Grade confirmed at quotation
Food-grade and industrial-grade tartaric acid (crystalline powder / granular) are quoted separately and confirmed against the supplier technical data sheet.
Typical applications
- Winemaking and beverage acidity adjustment
- Bakery leavening systems
- Confectionery and dessert products
- Beverage and drink powder formulation
- Food acidulation
Why Canadian buyers choose us
- Food-grade and industrial-grade enquiries handled as separate specifications
- Grade, concentration and documentation confirmed in writing before order confirmation
- Supplier technical data sheet and safety data sheet provided for the quoted grade
- Freight arranged across Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada
- Quantities reviewed per enquiry, from small lots to container loads
Material identity
Tartaric acid — identifiers and the names buyers use
- CAS (L(+))
- 87-69-4
- EC / EINECS
- 201-766-0
- Food additive number
- E334 / INS 334
- Chemical formula
- C4H6O6
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Abbreviations
Industry terminology
Identifiers are published for material identification. The exact specification of any offered grade is confirmed against supplier documentation at quotation.
Buyer intent coverage
Tartaric acid — what it is, where it is used, how it is chosen
Tartaric acid is the sharpest of the common food acids and the traditional acidity correction of winemaking. Outside wine it appears in bakery leavening systems as cream of tartar chemistry, in confectionery for a clean bite, and in effervescent products. In Canada it is bought by wineries in the Niagara and Okanagan producing regions, by British Columbia and Ontario beverage manufacturers, and by bakery and confectionery producers in the Ontario food corridor.
Primary uses
- Correcting acidity and stabilising colour in winemaking
- Delivering a sharp, clean sour note in confectionery and beverage
- Acting as the acid partner in bicarbonate leavening systems
- Supporting antioxidant systems through metal chelation
Applications
- Wine and fruit-wine acidity adjustment
- Hard candy, gummy and sour coating systems
- Bakery leavening and cream-of-tartar blends
- Effervescent tablets and drink powders
- Photographic, ceramic and metal-finishing chemistry
Advantages
- Highest perceived sourness of the mainstream food acids
- Distinct clean bite with no lingering aftertaste
- Strong chelating action supporting colour stability
- Functions in both regulated food use and technical processes
Limitations to consider
- Priced well above citric acid and subject to agricultural supply cycles
- Can promote crystal formation in high-solids systems
- Naturally sourced and synthetic material are treated differently by some regulators and customers
- Very sharp profile can dominate delicate flavour systems
How to choose the right grade
- Confirm whether your customer requires natural L(+) material
- Set the particle size for the dosing or dry-blending equipment
- Model the total acid blend before fixing tartaric dose
- Check regional wine regulations governing acidity correction where relevant
Typical grades
- Natural L(+) food grade
- Fine powder
- Granular
- Technical grade
Comparable materials — how Tartaric acid sits against alternatives
- Citric acid — lower cost with a rounder profile
- Malic acid — longer sourness curve
- Fumaric acid — economical acidity where solubility allows
- Potassium bitartrate — buffered leavening chemistry
Comparable-material reference. Grade selection is confirmed at RFQ against your process.
Procurement coverage
How to specify, order and receive Tartaric acid
Written for procurement, quality and technical buyers in Canada and the United States. No numeric price, MOQ, stock or lead-time value is published — those are confirmed per shipment in the quotation and against the confirmed batch.
How buyers specify at RFQ
- Optical form and natural or synthetic origin requirement
- Assay, sulphate and heavy metals limits
- Particle size distribution
- Packaging and pallet configuration
- Documentation and origin statements required
Packaging options (industry-standard)
- Multi-wall paper or PP bag — the standard dry-ingredient format
- Jumbo / FIBC bulk bag for high-volume users
- Fibre drum or carton for oxygen- or moisture-sensitive grades
- Packaging options and available pack sizes are confirmed with each quotation.
Storage & handling
- Store sealed, dry, off the floor and away from strong odours
- Keep food, feed and technical grades physically segregated
- Rotate stock and re-close partial bags immediately after use
Documentation available
- Technical data sheet (TDS) for the exact grade offered
- Safety data sheet (SDS) in the format required for Canadian import
- Certificate of analysis (COA) against the confirmed production batch
- Allergen, non-GMO, Halal and Kosher statements where the grade supports them
- Documentation is confirmed per batch at quotation; availability depends on the grade and supplier offered.
RFQ checklist for tartaric-acid-canada
Include these fields to receive an accurate Canada-landed quotation
- Grade family and the end use it must be legal for (food, feed, technical)
- The specification parameters you actually control against, with test method
- Annual volume and expected per-shipment quantity
- Packaging format your plant can receive and handle
- Documentation and regulatory statements required per shipment
- Delivery province or port of discharge
- Natural L(+) requirement
- Particle size
Technical & procurement detail
Where tartaric acid is used+
Tartaric acid is used for acidity adjustment in beverage and winemaking applications and as part of leavening systems in bakery. The correct grade depends on the application and the finished-product requirement.
Grade separation+
Food and beverage enquiries are quoted against food-grade specifications; technical applications are handled separately with their own documentation.
How specifications are confirmed+
Allzone does not publish assumed purity, concentration or certification values. The grade, specification and documentation are confirmed in writing against supplier technical data sheets before an order is placed. Request the technical data sheet for the exact grade under consideration.
Frequently asked questions
Can I request a technical data sheet?+
Yes — request the technical data sheet and the supplier document for the quoted grade will be provided.
Do you separate food-grade and industrial-grade enquiries?+
Yes. Food-grade and industrial-grade tartaric acid are quoted as separate specifications, and the grade is confirmed in writing before an order is placed.
Do you deliver tartaric acid across Ontario and Quebec?+
Yes. Freight is arranged across Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada, and the delivery method is confirmed with the quotation.
What quantities can you supply?+
Quantities are reviewed per enquiry, from smaller lots to container loads.
Technical knowledge for Tartaric Acid Supplier — Canada
Engineering and purchasing guidance written for this material — understand it, apply it, compare options, specify a grade, and fix production problems.
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Related products
Materials commonly quoted alongside Tartaric Acid by the same plants.
Citric Acid Anhydrous & Monohydrate
Organic acid / acidulant — carbonated and still beverages — acidity regulator
Acetic Acid
Organic acid / acidulant — pH adjustment in process water and formulations
Phosphoric Acid
Mineral acid — acidification and pH control in process streams
Need a quote on Tartaric Acid?
Request pricing, TDS/SDS and available documentation. We usually acknowledge enquiries within one business day; samples are subject to supplier availability and product classification.