Food Grade Glacial Acetic Acid (CH3COOH) is a high-purity organic compound and a typical fatty acid widely utilized in the food industry. Recognized as the primary source of sourness and characteristic irritating odors in vinegar, it serves as a critical acidity regulator listed under the E260 food additive category, ensuring consistency and quality in various culinary applications.
This premium-grade acetic acid is highly versatile, functioning as a flavor enhancer, sourness agent, and base for edible vinegar production. By precisely diluting it to a 4-5% concentration, manufacturers can achieve a taste profile similar to traditional brewed vinegar, making it an essential ingredient for high-demand food products globally.
| Chemical Formula | CH3COOH | Purity Content | ≥ 99.8% |
|---|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless Liquid | Odor | Stimulating/Irritating |
| Melting Point | 16.6 ℃ | Boiling Point | 117.9 ℃ |
| Relative Density | 1.0492 | Refractive Index | 1.3716 |
| Additive Code | E260 | Physical State | Icy solid below 16.6℃ |
With a content level ≥ 99.8%, our product ensures maximum chemical stability and consistency for sensitive food formulations.
Acts as an effective acidity regulator to inhibit microbial growth, significantly extending the freshness of canned goods.
Provides a clean, sharp sourness that enhances the taste profiles of sauces, condiments, and confectionery products.
Suitable for a wide range of products, from baby food and seafood canning to soft drinks and baked goods.
Complies with E260 additive standards, ensuring it is safe for human consumption and meeting global food safety norms.
Easily diluted to 4-5% to create professional-grade edible vinegar with high cost-efficiency for large-scale production.
Rigorous purity testing to ensure every batch meets the ≥ 99.8% standard.
Optimized logistics to ensure stable delivery of raw materials to food factories.
Full adherence to E260 food additive regulations and safety certifications.
Temperature-controlled warehousing to prevent undesired crystallization.
Comprehensive traceability from production line to final food application.
Expert guidance on dilution ratios for various food-grade applications.
| Feature | Standard Grade | Our Premium Glacial Acid |
|---|---|---|
| Purity Level | 95% - 98% | ≥ 99.8% |
| Production Cost | Moderate | Low (due to high concentration) |
| Taste Profile | Variable | Consistent & Clean |
| Storage Space | High Volume | Optimized Compact Volume |
| Market Compliance | Basic | Global E260 Standard |
Glacial acetic acid is an undiluted, high-purity form (≥ 99.8%) that can freeze into ice-like crystals below 16.6℃, whereas standard acetic acid is typically diluted with water.
Dilute the acetic acid with water to a concentration of 4-5% and add specific seasonings to achieve a flavor profile similar to brewed vinegar.
It is widely used in tomato sauce, mayonnaise, kimchi, cheese, canned seafood (sardines, squid), baby food, and various soft drinks.
Yes, when properly diluted, it is an excellent acid flavoring agent for candies, pudding, gum, and other baked products.
Due to its high purity, it has a melting point of 16.6℃. Below this temperature, it forms an icy solid, which is the characteristic that gives it the name "glacial."
It primarily serves as an acidity regulator (E260), a preservative to extend shelf life, and a flavor enhancer to provide sourness.
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