Tannic Acid
In the food industry, tannic acid is used as processing aids in beer clarification, aroma compound in soft drinks and juices. Equally important are applications in the wine industry, where it finds use as a natural clarifying agent, color stabilizer and taste enhancer.
- Synonyms
- Glycerite, Tannin, Gallotannic acid, Quebracho extract Gallotannin, Glycerite, Tannic Acid, Tannins
- Chemical Formula
- C76H52O46
- CAS Number
- 1401-55-4
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 1701.23 g/mol
- Melting Point
- 200.0°C
- Density
- 2.12 g/cc
- Forms
- Powder, White, Flakes, Yellow, Solid
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Dyes
- Printing & Inks
- Buffer agent
- Food and Nutrition
- Water treatment
- Wine production
- Lubricants
- Cosmetic products
- Paint and Coatings