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Acetic Acid

Approved

Main component of vinegar.

Class
Acidulant
Allowed in organic
Yes

Also known as

e260

Other acidulant ingredients

Citric AcidCream of TartarLactic AcidMalic AcidPhosphoric AcidVinegar

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