Glacial Acetic Acid
Concentrated organic acid for food, industrial and chemical use
CAS number
64-19-7
Industry
Food & Beverage
Typical form
Liquid
Additive number
INS 260 (E260)
Also known as: Ethanoic acid.
Typical grades: Food grade, industrial grade, pharmaceutical grade.
About Glacial Acetic Acid
Glacial acetic acid is concentrated acetic acid. It is corrosive and must be handled with care.
Uses and applications
Food and beverage
Diluted to make vinegar, and used as an acidity regulator and preservative.
Chemicals and plastics
Raw material for vinyl acetate, acetate esters, cellulose acetate and purified terephthalic acid.
Industrial
Solvent, descaler and pH adjuster in textiles, dyeing and cleaning.
Regulatory note and documentation
Food additives must meet the food regulations of the country of use, such as Codex Alimentarius standards, EU rules, US FDA requirements or the Food Standards Code in Australia and New Zealand, for the intended food and use level. Regulatory status, permitted levels and registration requirements vary by country, so please confirm requirements for your own product and market before use.
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