Anhydrous Sodium Acetate

Chemical Name: Anhydrous Sodium Acetate
Chemical Formula: C₂H₃NaO₂ or CH₃COONa
Molecular Weight: 82.03 g/mol
CAS: 127-09-3
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granular solid
Odor: Odorless
Density: 1.528 g/cm³
Melting Point: 324°C
pH: 8.9-9.3 (5% aqueous solution) ; alkaline in solution
Solubility: Highly soluble in water (762 g/L at 20°C), slightly soluble in ethanol
Hygroscopicity: Hygroscopic—absorbs moisture from the environment 
Properties & Applications & PackagesInquiry
Technical Datas:

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Standards

GB 30603—2014

Standards

FCC VII

Content(On Dry Basis),w/% ≥

98.5

99.0-101.0

Acidity and Alkalinity

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-

Lead (as Pb),mg/kg 

2.0

2.0

Alkalinity, w/% ≤

-

0.2

Loss on Drying, w/%

2.0

1.0

Potassium Compound

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Uses in Food Industry
1. Key Functions
-Acidity Regulator: Balances pH in beverages, jams, and condiments to meet consumer taste preferences
-Preservative: Inhibits microbial growth in pickled meats, pickles, and canned foods, extending shelf life
-Flavor Enhancer: Provides a salt-vinegar taste to enhance aroma and flavor in baked goods, dairy, and meat products
-Buffer: Maintains stable pH during food processing, resisting external acid/base influences
-Stabilizer: Prevents stratification and precipitation in dairy products like ice cream and yogurt
-Leavening Agent: Reacts with acidic substances (e.g., cream of tartar) in baked foods to produce CO₂, improving texture
2. Specific Applications
-Beverages: Adjusts acidity and inhibits microorganisms in carbonated drinks and fruit juices
-Sauces: Prevents separation and enhances flavor in ketchup, salad dressings, and chili sauce
-Canned Foods: Acts as preservative and acidity regulator in canned meats and vegetables
-Baked Goods: Used as leavening agent and stabilizer in bread, cakes, and biscuits
-Dairy Products: Functions as acidity regulator and stabilizer in yogurt and cheese
-Meat Products: Enhances flavor and controls pH in sausages, ham, and bacon
-Snacks: Provides characteristic salt-vinegar flavor in potato chips and other snacks

Industrial & Laboratory Uses
-Textile Industry: Mordant in dyeing processes
-Chemical Synthesis: Esterifying and acylating agent in organic synthesis
-Laboratory Reagent: Buffer solutions, protein crystallization, and column chromatography

Storage Conditions
-Packaging: Packed in 25kg bags with polyethylene inner liner and woven outer bag
-Environment: Store in sealed, dry, ventilated warehouses at 0-40°C
-Shelf Life: 24 months when properly stored
-Precautions: Keep away from heat, moisture, and toxic substances; avoid direct sunlight


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