Acetic Acid Food Grade

CAS Number:

64-19-7

Product Name:

Acetic Acid

Chemical Family / IUPAC Name:

Ethanoic Acid, Carboxylic acid.

EC Number:

200-580-7

Common Form:

Clear, colorless liquid with a pungent, characteristic vinegar-like odor.

Uses:

Acetic acid is a fundamental organic acid with a vast range of applications from food to heavy industry, primarily due to its properties as a solvent, acidulant, and chemical intermediate.

Primary Function and Applications:

· Primary Function: Acidulant, pH adjuster, solvent, and chemical feedstock.

· Key Benefit: Versatile weak acid that can act as a reagent, preservative, and cleaning agent.

· Typical Applications:

  · Industrial: Primary feedstock for the production of vinyl acetate monomer (VAM) (for paints, adhesives), acetic anhydride (for cellulose acetate), and esters (solvents).

  · Food Industry: As vinegar (typically 4-8% solution) for flavoring, pickling, and preservation.

  · Household & Cleaning: Key component in descaling agents and household cleaning solutions.

  · Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic: Used as a solvent and pH adjustment agent in various formulations and synthesis processes.

What Acetic Acid  do in a formulation?

• Acidulant & pH Control: Lowers and stabilizes the pH in food, cosmetic, and chemical products.
• Chemical Synthesis: Serves as a precursor for a wide array of more complex chemicals (esters, anhydrides, amides).
• Solvent: Effective solvent for many organic compounds and some inorganic salts
• Preservative: In its diluted form (vinegar), it creates an acidic environment that inhibits microbial growth

Safety Profile:

· Safety Note: Concentration is critical. Glacial acetic acid (≥99%) is highly corrosive and flammable.

  · Signal Word: Danger.

  · Hazard Statements: H226 (Flammable liquid and vapor), H314 (Causes severe skin burns and eye damage).

· Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, well-ventilated area in approved, corrosion-resistant containers. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flames.

· Shelf Life: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Hygroscopic; will absorb water from air, which can dilute it over time.

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