Sodium Diacetate
Sodium Diacetate is a colorless, solid salt of acetic acid that is used as a preservative and a flavoring agent as well as an antimicrobial agent.
- Synonyms
- sodium hydrogen diacetate, E262b, E262ii
- Chemical Formula
- C4H7NaO4
- CAS Number
- 126-96-5
Characteristics
- Molar Weight
- 142.09 g/mol
- Density
- 1.4 g/cm³ (20°C)
- Forms
- Powder, White
Uses and Applications
Key applications
- Preservative
- Acidifying agent
Industries
- Food & Nutrition
- Animal Nutrition