E334
E334: Tartaric acid
No known riskFunction: acidity regulator
What is E334?
E334 (Tartaric acid) is a acidity regulator used in processed foods.
What the research says
Fruit acid found in grapes.
Regulatory status
| European Union | Approved |
|---|---|
| United States | Approved |
Questions people ask
Is E334 (Tartaric acid) safe?
Fruit acid found in grapes.
Why is E334 added to food?
It is used as a acidity regulator.
Does E334 make a food ultra-processed?
Not on its own. E334 is not one of the cosmetic additives the NOVA system uses to identify ultra-processed foods.