| CAS# | 64-19-7 |
| Formula | CH3COOH |
| INS Number | 260 |
| E Number | E260 |
| Synonyms | Vinegar; Hydrogen acetate; Methanecarboxylic acid; Ethanoic acid |
| Groups / Uses | Chemical Synthesis, Food & Beverage, Food Additives, Household, Industrial & Institutional Chemicals, Esters, Fibers, Glues, Paints, Polymers, Solvent |
| Markets | Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, HI&I – Household, Industrial & Institutional |
FAQ’S
What is Acetic acid?
Acetic acid is a colorless, pungent-smelling liquid that is the main component of vinegar. It is a weak organic acid and has a variety of industrial, culinary, and chemical applications.
What are the uses of Acetic acid?
Acetic acid is used in many industries, including food, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, household, and textiles. It is also used in the production of inks, dyes, perfumes, rubber, and plastic.
Is Acetic Acid used in food?
Acetic acid is commonly used in food as vinegar. It provides acidity and acts as a preservative. It is also used in pickling and flavoring sauces, dressings, and condiments.
Choice Organochem LLP supplies Acetic Acid to users/customers for Chemical & Materials Manufacturing, Food & Beverage, Household, Industrial & Institutional Chemicals.
Acetic acid Specifications
| Test Items | Specifications |
| Acetic Acid Content | 99.85 % min. by wt. |
| Water | 00.15% max. by wt. |
| Colour Hazen units | 10 max. |
| Formic Acid | 0.05 % max. by wt. |
| Aldehyde as Acetaldehyde | 0.05% max. by wt. |
| Heavy Metal as Pb | 2 ppm max. |
| Oxidizable Impurities | 2.00 hrs. min. |
| Crystalization Point | 16.35 deg C min. |
| Relative Density | 1.0496 at 27 deg C |
| Iron as Fe | 1 ppm max. |
| Arsenic as As | 2 ppm max. |
| Chloride as Cl | 1 ppm max. |
| Sulphate as SO4 | 1 ppm max. |
| Residue on evaporation | 0.005% max. by wt. |
| Solubility in water | Completely Miscible |
