Description

Acetic acid 80% or 99%, also known as essence, is one of the most common acids used in the food industry and household. It is a colorless, pungent, odorless liquid that miscible mixes with water to form solutions of varying concentrations. One is a 9% solution called vinegar. Food additive acetic acid E260 is widely used in marinating, canning, making mayonnaise and sauces and other foods.

Due to its ability to crystallize at an already positive temperature, 99% acetic acid is also known as “glacial”. More difficult storage conditions make it less common compared to 80%.

CAS No. 64-19-7

Molecular formula: CH3CO2H