Can glacial acetic acid be used in food?

Glacial Acetic Acid (GAA CAS 64-19-7) is used extensively in the food and beverage industry as an acidity regulator, flavoring agent, and preservative.

 

Glacial acetic acid is the pure, water-free form of acetic acid, typically with a concentration above 99%. Its “glacial” name derives from its ability to freeze just below room temperature (at 16.6°C), forming clear, ice-like crystals. It is a corrosive, colorless liquid with a sharp, vinegar-like smell and is widely used as a chemical intermediate and solvent. 

 

Application of glacial acetic acid in food:

1, GAA can be used as a sour agent, sweetening agent. Can produce synthetic edible vinegar. Dilute acetic acid with water to 4-5% concentration and add various flavoring agents to obtain edible vinegar. Its flavor is similar to that of brewing vinegar.

2, Glacial acetic acid is often used in tomato sauce, mayonnaise, drunk rice sugar sauce, pickles, cheese, sugar food products. Dilute properly when used

3, Food grade glacial acetic acid can also be used to make tomatoes, asparagus, baby food, sardines, squid and other canned, and pickles, broth soup, cold drinks, sour cheese used in food spices, need to be diluted.

4. Can make soft drinks, cold drinks, candy, baked food, pudding, glue sugar, seasoning, etc.

5, As a sour agent, can be used for drinks, canned, etc.

 

Gneebio offers both food and industrial grades of acetic acid. Contact us for more information.