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Sodium Diacetate

Also Known As : (E262ii)
Can Eat 0

Vegetarian

Usage Tips

  1. Sodium Diacetate is used as seasoning and preservative in food such as in Bakery products, Cereals, Snacks, Instant Food products, Sauces, Dressings, Seasonings, Soy Products.
  2. It can be used as food flavoring and pH buffer.
  3. It is used to impart a vinegar flavor in snacks, breads, and soups.

Common names and forms

  1. Acidity Regulator (262(i))
  2. Acidity Regulator (INS 262(i))
  3. Acidity Regulator (INS 262(ii))
  4. Acidity Regulator [E 262(i)]
  5. Class II Preservative (262(ii))

Description

Sodium diacetate is a sodium acid salt of acetic acid which is used in candy, meat products, oil, snacks, soups. It is a white crystalline powder that have an odor of acetic acid. It is a flavoring compound that is used as an anti-microbial agent for meat products. As a food additive, sodium diacetate has E number E262 and it is used to impart a salt and vinegar flavor.

Note

Excess consumption of Sodium diacetate can cause dry skin, irritation, itching, rashes and stinging.(1)

Resource & Links

(1) https://www.foodsweeteners.com/sodium-diacetate-side-effects/

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