Potassium Bitartrate (Cream of Tartar)
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Natural crystalline by-product of wine fermentation stabilizing egg white meringues and activating baking soda.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Natural wine lees leavening acid
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS egg white foam stabilizer
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
EFSA authorized under E336i
Commonly Found Foods
Meringuessoufflesmacaronsangel food cakessnickerdoodles
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Fresh lemon juice✓ Distilled vinegar
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