Tartaric acid disodium dihydrate, also known as L-(+)-tartaric acid, is a weak organic acid derived from grapes. It is orally active and demonstrates vasodilatory and antihypertensive properties. This compound serves various applications, including its use as a flavoring and antioxidant in the food and beverage industry, as well as in laser frequency doubling and optical limiting technologies.
- Orally active weak organic acid
- Isolated from grapes
- Exhibits vasodilatory effects
- Shows antihypertensive effects
- Used as flavoring in foods and beverages
- Functions as an antioxidant in foods and beverages
- Applied in laser frequency doubling
- Used in optical limiting applications
- Reduces NEP and KCL-induced aortic ring vasoconstriction
- Reduces blood pressure in hypertensive mice