E336
Potassium tartrates
Acidity regulator · Stabiliser
What it is
Cream of tartar. Stabilises whisked egg white and helps baking powder work.
What it does
Acidity regulator
Controls how acidic or alkaline a food is.
Stabiliser
Keeps a mixture from separating over time.
Regulatory position
European Union
Authorised for use in food
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