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Cream of Tartar

Approved

Potassium bitartrate; byproduct of winemaking.

Class: Acidulant
Allowed in organic: Yes

Other acidulant ingredients

Acetic Acid Citric Acid Lactic Acid Malic Acid Phosphoric Acid Vinegar

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