Sodium Diacetate
Sodium Hydrogen Diacetate
- CAS
- 126-96-5
- EC
- 204-814-9
- Food Code
- E262
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Animal Nutrition
Sodium Diacetate (CAS 126-96-5) is a 1:1 complex of sodium acetate and acetic acid, supplied as a white hygroscopic powder with an acetic odor, and acts as a mold inhibitor and flavorant in baked goods, snacks, sauces and meat products. Synthesized from acetic acid, meeting food standards from EFSA preservatives and industry acetates.
Typical Properties
| Molecular formula | C2H4O2.1/2Na |
|---|---|
| Molecular weight | 141.08 g/mol |
| Form | solid |
| Color | Clear colorless |
| Odor | at 100.00?%. bland |
| Melting point | 323-329 °C |
| Density | 1.0184 g/cm³ (solid) |
| Water solubility | soluble H2O [MER06]; slightly soluble alcohol; insoluble ether [HAW93] |
| Flash point | 40°C (104°F) |
| pH | 7.0±0.05 (25°C) |
| GHS signal word | Danger · Corrosive |
| HS code | 29152910 |
| Grades available | Food Grade |
Typical literature values for identification; lot-specific results are stated on the certificate of analysis (COA) and the safety data sheet (SDS) that accompany every delivery.
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.
Packaging
Boxed in 25 kg cartons with vapor barriers for freshness. Store in diacetate odor-isolated facilities.