Sodium Diacetate
EATLABEL VERDICT
Generally Safe
Verified food additive with low risk profile
0 pts deduction
Overview & Primary Purpose
Dry crystalline blend of sodium acetate and free acetic acid preventing bacterial ropiness in commercial loaves.
Official Category: Acidity Regulator & Leavener (산도조절제·팽창제)
3-Nation (KR · US · EU) Regulatory Status
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South Korea (MFDS)
Approved
Approved antimycotic bread preservative
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United States (FDA)
Approved
FDA GRAS bread rope and mold inhibitor
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European Union (EFSA)
Approved
Authorized under E262ii
Commonly Found Foods
Commercial bakery loavessnack seasoningsmeat brines
Safer Clean-Label Alternatives
✓ Fermented wheat flour
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