Tannic acid
CAS number: 1401-55-4
Synonyms: Glycerite; Tannin; Gallotannic acid; Gallotannin
Industry claims found in: bark of many fruits and plants
Industry claims used in: baked goods, gelatins, puddings and fillings, frozen dairy desserts, candy, meat products
Possible physical or functional effects: Flavor enhancers; Flavoring agents and adjuvants; pH control agents; Processing aids; Other
Properties: industry claims FEMA GRAS; industry claims FDA GRAS; used in cigarettes
Toxicology: LD50 (oral, rat) 2260 mg/kg; poison by ingestion, IV, subcutaneous routes; experimental carcinogen, tumorigen, reproductive effects; mutagenic data; may cause liver damage; heated to decomp., emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes