Food additives data book - wordpres

SOLUBILITY % AT VARIOUS TEMPERATURE/pH COMBINATIONS:
in water: @ 20°C Slightly soluble in water
in ethanol solution: @ 5% Insoluble in ethanol
FUNCTION IN FOODS: Corrosion inhibitor in metal containers. Medically, as a source of calcium. Used in the manufacture of
acetic acid and acetone; also used as an emulsifier and firming agent. Functions as a mould-control
agent
ALTERNATIVES: Sodium acetate; potassium acetate; sodium diacetate
TECHNOLOGY OF USE IN FOODS: pH 6.9 in a 1 in 10 solution. Store in well-closed containers. Avoid excessive heat, sparks or open
flame >160°C
FOOD SAFETY ISSUES: Low oral toxicity
LEGISLATION: USA: UK and EUROPE:
FDA generally recognised as safe Authorised without limitation
(GRAS) if used in accordance with
good manufacturing practice (GMP). CANADA:
0.2% in baked goods; 0.2% in GMP in alcoholic beverages
gelatins/ puddings and fillings;
0.15% in sweet sauces, toppings and AUSTRALIA/PACIFIC RIM:
syrups; 1 ppm in beverages Japan: GMP
Calcium acetate 819