Origin:
Acid, present in sugar cane and produced from glucose.
Function & characteristics:
Acidity regulator and metal scavenger.
Products:
Wine, fruit juices, etc.
Acceptable Daily Intake:
Up to 30 mg/kg body weight
Side effects:
None known, metabolised in the body to tartaric acid.
Dietary restrictions:
E353 can be used by all religious groups, vegans and vegetarians.
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