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Acidity regulator and preservative; salt and vinegar seasonings.
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Sodium Acetate (E 262(i))
Sodium acetate for U.S. manufacturers, from vetted producers. FCC / USP grade on request. Download the sample spec sheet, then send us your grade and quantity.
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Key facts
| CAS No. | 127-09-3 |
|---|---|
| E-number (EU) | E 262(i) |
| Synonyms | Sodium acetate |
| Chemical formula | C2H3NaO2·nH2O (n = 0 or 3) |
| Molecular weight | Anhydrous: 82,03; trihydrate: 136,08 |
| Description | Anhydrous: white, odourless, granular, hygroscopic powder. Trihydrate: colourless, transparent crystals or a granular crystalline powder, odourless or with a faint, acetic odour |
| Grades | EU Reg. 231/2012 (E 262(i)) sample spec · FCC / USP available on request for U.S. food/pharma use |
| Origin | Confirmed in every offer; stated per lot on the COA |
| Storage, shelf life, packaging | Per the producer's specification, on request |
What sodium acetate is
Chemical name: Sodium acetate. Formula C2H3NaO2·nH2O (n = 0 or 3), molecular weight Anhydrous: 82,03; trihydrate: 136,08. Anhydrous: white, odourless, granular, hygroscopic powder. Trihydrate: colourless, transparent crystals or a granular crystalline powder, odourless or with a faint, acetic odour. (Source: EU Regulation 231/2012, E 262(i).)
Applications by industry
Sample specification
Values from EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 262(i)), consolidated text of 18.08.2026. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the COA for your lot are available on request.
| Assay | Content (for both of anhydrous and trihydrate form) not less than 98,5 % on the anhydrous basis |
|---|---|
| Loss on drying | Anhydrous: not more than 2 % (120 °C, 4 hours); trihydrate: between 36 and 42 % (120 °C, 4 hours) |
| Trihydrate: | Between 36 and 42 % (120 °C, 4 hours) |
| Formic acid, formates and other oxidisable substances | Not more than 1 000 mg/kg expressed as formic acid |
| Arsenic | Not more than 3 mg/kg |
| Lead | Not more than 2 mg/kg |
| Mercury | Not more than 1 mg/kg |
Download the full spec sheet (PDF)
Also available
Further sheets under the same EU entry. Send us the variant you need with your quote request.
- Sodium acetate trihydrate: Spec sheet (PDF)
Documents and sourcing
Droplet promise. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
Data sheet, SDS and COA on request. Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot.
Questions buyers ask
What is sodium acetate used for?
Typical uses by industry. Food & beverage: Acidity regulator and preservative; salt and vinegar seasonings. Suitability for your product and market is confirmed with the producer's specification.
Which grades can McBoeck supply?
Food grade to EU Regulation 231/2012 (E 262(i)). FCC / USP grade is available on request for U.S. food and pharma use. Particle size and other grade details follow the producer's specification, on request.
Which documents come with sodium acetate?
Every delivery ships with a COA linked to the delivered lot. Origin confirmed in every offer. Sample lot record on request, from the producer. SDS, allergen and other statements on request.
What does the sample spec sheet show?
Limits for assay, loss on drying, trihydrate:, formic acid, formates and other oxidisable substances, arsenic, lead and mercury, taken from EU Regulation 231/2012. Actual values depend on the producer; the producer's specification and the lot COA are available on request.
How do I get a quote?
Send us the grade, quantity and delivery location through the quote form or at [email protected]. We work with vetted producers and give you access to U.S.- and EU-stocked material through our partner network.
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Need sodium acetate?
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