Sodium Diacetate
ALTERNATIVE NAMES
Sodium Hydrogen Diacetate
TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS
CAS
126-96-5
EC
204-814-9
Food Code
E262
Sodium Diacetate is a 1:1 complex of sodium acetate and acetic acid, white hygroscopic powder with acetic odor, acting as mold inhibitor and flavorant. Synthesized from acetic acid, meeting food standards from EFSA preservatives and ChemicalBook acetates.
Sodium Diacetate
APPLICATIONS
Preserves baked goods and snacks; acidifies animal feeds; seasons potato chips; buffers in meat products; and controls pH in sauces.
SAFETY & RISKS
Irritates eyes and nose from vapors; skin dryness possible. GRAS but odor control needed; use exhaust systems per Sigma-Aldrich data.
PACKAGING
Boxed in 25 kg cartons with vapor barriers for freshness. Store in diacetate odor-isolated facilities.
