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Sodium Diacetate
Sodium Diacetate
Sodium Diacetate
What is it:
Sodium diacetate is a compound commonly used in the food industry as a preservative and flavoring agent. It is a crystalline powder that combines the properties of acetic acid (vinegar) and sodium acetate. The production of sodium diacetate involves the reaction of acetic acid with sodium bicarbonate or sodium carbonate. This results in the formation of sodium acetate, which is then mixed with acetic acid to produce sodium diacetate. The compound is an antimicrobial agent, preventing the growth of bacteria and molds in various food products. Additionally, sodium diacetate has a tangy flavor similar to vinegar, making it a popular choice in snacks, seasonings, and processed meats. It is also used as a pesticide.
Rating:
Sodium diacetate is naturally occurring in small amounts humans, animals, and plants. It does not appear to show cytotoxic or genotoxic potential, however, data is extremely lacking on its safety as a food additive and pesticide. As a pesticide, it is a known eye irritant.
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How we rate ingredients
Health is like a bank account, certain ingredients make a deposit into your health bank, meaning they add to
your health. Certain ingredients withdraw from your health bank. We want health promoting ingredients in our diet. To keep things simple, we rate ingredients on a green, yellow, red scale:
Clean
It is naturally occurring in food and has no harmful effects on the body. It is real food. It is health promoting.
Caution
It goes into one or more of the below categories
- It is not naturally occurring in food but doesn’t have data showing it has a harmful effect on the body (additives like Gellan Gum)
- It is naturally occurring but can have some harmful effects on the body (added sugars, oils, gums etc.)
We Avoid
It is known to have a harmful effect on the body (ex. All food colorings, Natural Flavors, MSG, Potassium bromate, aspartame, artificial flavors)
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