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Sodium Diacetate(E262)

Level 2Generally safeIn Winter's Dictionary

Sodium Diacetate is a preservative — Preservative inhibiting mold and rope-forming bacteria

What it does

Preservative inhibiting mold and rope-forming bacteria

Where you'll see it

baked goods

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: GRAS
  • EU: approved
  • Notes: ASP

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): used as a preservative, inhibits mold and rope-forming bacteria in baked goods