Sodium Acetate E 262(i) – functional ingredient for professional formulations Golden Ingredients® Sodium Acetate is an anhydrous food additive E 262(i) for professional food processing. It is used as an acidity regulator and preservative and is suitable for formulations where acidity, stability and technological functionality need to be controlled. The product consists of 100% anhydrous sodium acetate and is intended for food manufacturers, artisan producers, catering businesses and other commercial processors. Anhydrous Sodium Acetate E 262(i) Sodium acetate is the sodium salt of acetic acid. This product is supplied in the anhydrous form and is classified as food additive E 262(i). For professional users, it provides a clearly defined single ingredient that can be incorporated according to the individual formulation and technological objective. For bread, delicatessen products and a wide range of food applications Sodium acetate can be used across different food categories. Typical applications include bread, fish and fish products, delicatessen salads, mayonnaise and salad dressings. It is also used in canned and jarred fruit and vegetables. This makes E 262(i) suitable for processors working with a variety of product concepts and requiring a versatile functional additive. Acidity regulation and preservation as part of the formulation In food manufacturing, sodium acetate fulfils primarily technological functions. As an acidity regulator, it can be used in formulations where control of acidity is relevant; the product is also intended for use as a preservative. The appropriate usage level depends on the product type, formulation, intended technological function and the applicable food-law requirements. For development, production and further processing Professional formulations require functional ingredients to be used consistently and in line with the specific process. Golden Ingredients® Sodium Acetate E 262(i) is therefore suitable for existing production processes as well as for product development, formulation optimisation and new applications. Its clearly defined composition makes it easy to integrate into different technological concepts. Golden Ingredients® – functional raw materials for professional users Golden Ingredients® is aimed at commercial customers who regularly use functional ingredients in production and processing. Anhydrous Sodium Acetate E 262(i) provides a 100% single-ingredient raw material for acidity regulation and preservation across a range of food applications.