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Food Chemistry
Acetic Acid
Formula:
CH₃СООН
GOST/CAS:
ГОСТ 61-75 / CAS 64-19-7
Glacial acetic acid (ethanoic acid) is a highly concentrated organic component that presents as a clear, colorless liquid with a pungent, characteristic odor and a sharp sour taste. At temperatures below 16.6°C, it solidifies into a crystalline mass resembling ice, which gives it its "glacial" name. The product miscible perfectly with water, alcohols, and many organic solvents. Due to its pronounced antiseptic, preservative, and acidifying properties, acetic acid is an indispensable component in the food industry, and it is also actively used in the pharmaceutical, chemical, and light industries.
Applications
Food Industry (Preservation): Used as an effective preservative (food additive E260) in the production of marinades, canned vegetables, and canned fish. It inhibits bacterial growth and significantly extends product shelf life.
Production of Sauces and Condiments: Applied as an acidity regulator in the manufacturing of mayonnaises, ketchups, mustard, table vinegar, and various dressings, providing a tangy flavor profile and ensuring emulsion stability.
Bakery and Confectionery Sectors: Included in formulations to combat "rope disease" in bread, improve dough elasticity, and formulation of confectionery glazes and syrups.
Pharmaceuticals and Cosmetics: Used as a raw material for the synthesis of pharmaceuticals (e.g., aspirin), as well as in cosmetic formulations to regulate pH levels and act as an antiseptic component.
Key Advantages
High Preservative Capacity: Efficiently lowers the pH level of the medium, blocking the vital activity of putrefactive bacteria and molds. This significantly extends the shelf life of finished food products.
Stability and Purity: This highly purified product (minimum 99.8%) contains no foreign impurities, completely retains its physicochemical properties during thermal processing, and blends excellently with other food additives.
Organoleptic Control: Allows precise adjustment of acidity levels and shapes the targeted flavor characteristics of sauces, marinades, and beverages without altering the color of the final product.
Eco-Friendly and Bio-Safe: Being a natural organic compound, it is fully metabolized by the human body, is biodegradable, and remains completely safe for the environment when handling regulations are followed.
Storage & Transportation
- Store in dry, cool, and well-ventilated warehouse premises in tightly closed original packaging, away from heat sources, open flames, and strong oxidizing agents.
- Safety: Keep in airtight containers made of stainless steel or specialized polymers, away from heat sources and strong oxidizers.
- Ventilation: Storage facilities must be equipped with supply and exhaust ventilation systems.
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Technical Specifications
Appearance
Clear, colorless flammable liquid with a pungent specific odor
Assay (Main Substance Assay)
≥ 99.8%
Freezing (Crystallization) Point
Not lower than 16.3-16.6°C
Density (at 20°C)
1.049 – 1.051 g/cm³
Heavy Metals Content (as Pb)
≤ 0.0005%
Arsenic Content (as As)
≤ 0.0001%
Supply info
- Industrial plastic intermediate bulk containers (IBC totes) of 1000–1050 kg.
- Recommended storage temperature range: +17°C to +30°C(to prevent crystallization/freezing of the product). If the acid has frozen, it should be gently thawed in a warm room.
- Avoid exposure to direct sunlight and moisture.
- Transportation is carried out by all types of covered transport in strict accordance with regulations for the transport of dangerous goods (belongs to Hazard Class 8: corrosive substance). Shelf life is 1 year from the date of manufacture.