Tannic Acid (Kebroka)

Synonym(s)

: Tannin, Glyceride, Gallotanin, Chinese gallotanine

Mol. Formula

: C76H52O46

EC / List no.

: 215-753-2

CAS no.

: 1401-55-4

Molecular weight

: 1701,2

Tannins are polyphenolic compounds and are the name given to amorphous (amorphous) substances in the form of light yellow-brown powder, flake or spongy mass obtained from plants such as rapeseed, broad bean, tea and sorghum.

Application

» It is widely used in leather and dyeing, wine, beer clarification.
» Used in flavoring agents, processing aids and surfactants.
» It is used in food flavoring, plastic and rubber products.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Tannic acid is a light yellow to tan solid
» It has a mild odor and astringent taste.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	200
Density	g/ cm³	>1	20 °C
Solubility	g/ 0.35 mL	1	20 °C, soluble with water
Flash point	°C	198.89