What is E336? Potassium Tartrates Explained

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E336 — Potassium Tartrates
Acidity Regulators
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E336 is Potassium Tartrates — a acidity regulator (plant) used in soft drinks, jams.

What is E336 (Potassium Tartrates)?

E336 is Potassium Tartrates, a food additive classified as a acidity regulator that control pH and add tartness. A acidity regulator (plant) used in soft drinks, jams. You'll find it in soft drinks, jams, canned goods and many other packaged foods. Like every E-number, E336 has been authorised for use in food following an EFSA safety evaluation — though authorisation doesn't mean concern-free, as the safety section below explains.

Where is E336 found?

E336 (Potassium Tartrates) is found in soft drinks, jams, canned goods, baked products, cheese, wine.

Is E336 safe?

EFSA has reviewed E336 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Potassium Tartrates to harm at normal dietary intakes.

EFSA opinion: Potassium Tartrates — status Safe.

Check the calorie content of foods containing E336. If you’re pregnant, see our pregnancy food safety guide.

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E336 FAQs

What is E336 in food?

E336 is Potassium Tartrates — a acidity regulator (plant) used in soft drinks, jams.

Is E336 safe to eat?

EFSA has reviewed E336 and considers it safe for human consumption at the levels used in food. No credible evidence links Potassium Tartrates to harm at normal dietary intakes.

Is E336 vegan?

E336 (Potassium Tartrates) is vegan. It is derived from plant, with no animal involvement in standard food production.

Is E336 halal?

E336 (Potassium Tartrates) is halal. It is derived from plant, which involves no haram sources.

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Data: Open Food Facts (ODbL) · EFSA

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