English Explanatory Dictionary

metatartaric acid

English dictionary entry

Meanings

noun
  1. a polymeric lactone of variable composition obtained by heating tartaric acid; used to prevent precipitation in wine

Word forms

metatartaric acid

Etymology

From meta- + tartaric acid.

Synonyms

E353 when used as an emulsifier
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