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Identification & Functionality
- Ingredient Name
- Food Ingredients Functions
- Ingredients
- Potassium Acetate
- Food Additive Number
- E 261, INS 261, INS 261(i)
- Technologies
Applications & Uses
- Markets
- Applications
- Food & Nutrition Applications
- Recommended Uses & Known Applications
Acidity regulator
Potassium acetate can be used in combination with acetic acid to create a pH buffering systems in food. It can also be used in low sodium recipes as a replacement for sodium acetate. Due to its dry form, potassium acetate can be applied either in dry or liquid pre-blends or directly to the final food product.
Preservation
Acetates are known to be good preservatives and for that reason Potassium acetate can be used in processed meat products and readyto-eat meals to control microbiological growth and to reduce sodium by replacing sodium acetate.
Flavoring agent
Potassium acetate can be used as a flavoring agent to impart a mild vinegar taste to food products, for example potato crisps, other snacks or potato salads. Potassium acetate can be used as a sodium free alternative of sodium acetate.
In all cases, it is advisable to carry out an initial test, in order to determine the precise organoleptic and physical effects of the added potassium acetate.
Properties
- Solubility
- Appearance
- White agglomerate
- Typical Properties
| Value | Units | Test Method / Conditions | |
| Arsenic content | max. 2 | ppm | — |
| Heavy metals Content | max. 10 | ppm | — |
| Lead Content | max. 2 | — | — |
| Flash Point | min. 250 | — | — |
| Water Content | max. 1.0 | — | — |
| Mercury Content | max. 1 | — | — |
| Assay Content (Dried Basis) | min. 99.0 | — | — |
| Molecular Weight | 98.14 | — | — |
| Oxidisable substances (as formic acid) | max. 0.1 | — | — |
| pH (5% solution) | 7.5-9.0 | — | — |
| Water Solubility at 0°C | 216.0 | — | — |
| Water Solubility at 20°C | 256.0 | — | — |
| Water Solubility at 80°C | 269.0 | — | — |
Regulatory & Compliance
- Certifications & Compliance
- Legislation
Progusta PA is an approved food additive according to EU and FDA legislation and JECFA (FAO/WHO). Please check local legislation for the exact dosage levels and allowed applications.
Packaging & Availability
- Packaging Information
Progusta PA agglomerate grade available in 25kg polyethylene lined paper bags.
Storage & Handling
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Stability
Progusta PA is stable for 2 years from date of production. Physical stability and appearance can change before the end of shelf-life if the product is not stored in closed original packing, kept dry and at room temperature or if the pallets are stacked.