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Acetic acid

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natural, ≥99.5%, FG

Synonym(s):

Glacial acetic acid

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Linear Formula:
CH3CO2H
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
60.05
FEMA Number:
2006
Beilstein:
506007
EC Number:
Council of Europe no.:
0002
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12164502
PubChem Substance ID:
Flavis number:
8.002
NACRES:
NA.21

grade

FG
Halal
Kosher
natural

Quality Level

Agency

meets purity specifications of JECFA

reg. compliance

EU Regulation 1334/2008 & 178/2002
FDA 21 CFR 117
FDA 21 CFR 173.370
FDA 21 CFR 184.1005

vapor density

2.07 (vs air)

vapor pressure

15.2 hPa ( 20.0 °C)
73.3 hPa ( 50.0 °C)

Assay

≥99.5%

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

800 °F

shelf life

Expiration date period - 5 years

expl. lim.

16 %, 92 °F
4 %, 59 °F

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Less Hazardous Chemical Syntheses
Use of Renewable Feedstocks
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color

colorless

refractive index

n20/D 1.371 (lit.)

pH

2.5 (20 °C, 50 g/L)

bp

117-118 °C (lit.)

mp

16.2 °C (lit.)

density

1.04 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)

cation traces

As: ≤3 ppm
Cd: ≤1 ppm
Hg: ≤1 ppm
Pb: ≤1 ppm

application(s)

flavors and fragrances

Documentation

see Safety & Documentation for available documents

food allergen

no known allergens

greener alternative category

Organoleptic

sour

SMILES string

[F2C(F2C)13F3C]C(O)=O

InChI

1S/C2H4O2/c1-2(3)4/h1H3,(H,3,4)

InChI key

QTBSBXVTEAMEQO-UHFFFAOYSA-N

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General description

Acetic acid is an organic acid mainly used as a preservative, acidulating agent and flavoring agent. It is one of the main volatile constituents of vinegar and pyroligneous acid. In combination with leavening agents, it produces carbon dioxide from sodium bicarbonate. Acetic acid is used as flavoring agent in ice-creams, nonalcoholic beverages and baked goods.
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Application


  • Investigation of Potential Gut Health Biomarkers in Broiler Chicks Challenged by Campylobacter jejuni and Submitted to a Continuous Water Disinfection Program.: This study explores the effects of acetic acid-based disinfection programs on gut health biomarkers in broiler chicks, aiming to improve their resistance to Campylobacter jejuni infection (Mantzios et al., 2024).

  • Distribution Characteristics of Low-Molecular-Weight Organic Acids in Reclaimed Soil Filled with Fly Ash: A Study.: This research investigates the presence and distribution of acetic acid and other low-molecular-weight organic acids in reclaimed soils, focusing on their environmental impact and potential uses in soil remediation (Zheng et al., 2024).

  • Antibiotic Cocktail Effects on Intestinal Microbial Community, Barrier Function, and Immune Function in Early Broiler Chickens.: This research evaluates the influence of acetic acid and other antibiotics on the intestinal health and immune function of broiler chickens, emphasizing its benefits in early poultry development (Abbas et al., 2024).

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Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. 1 - Flam. Liq. 3 - Skin Corr. 1A

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

102.2 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

39 °C - closed cup

Personal Protective Equipment

dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves

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Encyclopedia of Food and Color Additives, 1, 13-15 (1997)
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Dictionary of Food ingredients, 3-3 (1999)
Fenaroli G
Fenaroli's Handbook of Flavor Ingredients, 5-5 (1971)
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Benders? Dictionary of Nutrition and Food Technology (1999)
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