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5% Diluted Acetic Acid Food Grade
Food Grade · 5%
Identity & Composition
- Product Name
- 5% Diluted Acetic Acid Food Grade
- Alliance Code
- 5-acetic-acid-food-grade
- Grade
- Food Grade
- Concentration
- 5%
- CAS Number
- 64-19-7PubChem
- Formula
- C2H4O2PubChem
- Molecular Weight
- 60.05PubChem
- Product Type
- solution
Specifications
| Test | Specification | Typical | Method | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Assay (CH3COOH) | 4.5 - 5.5 % | 5.0 % | — | Commercial practice |
| Arsenic | 0.01 ppm max | 0.00025 ppm | — | Derived by dilution |
| Heavy Metals | 0.025 ppm max | 0.005 ppm | — | Derived by dilution |
| Lead | 0.025 mg/kg max | 0.0005 mg/kg | — | Derived by dilution |
| Readily Oxidizable Substances | Passes test | Passes test | — | Derived by dilution |
| Nonvolatile Residue | 0.00025 % max | 0.0001 % | — | Derived by dilution |
| Identification (Acetate) | Aqueous solution gives positive tests for Acetate | Passes test | FCC / USP <191> acetate identification | Interpreted |
| Chloride (Cl) | Passes test (USP) | Passes test | USP <221> limit test (AgNO3 nephelometric) | Interpreted |
| Sulfate (SO4) | Passes test (USP) | Passes test | USP <221> limit test (BaCl2 turbidimetric) | Interpreted |
Specification values are guaranteed limits. Typical values are representative of production lots and are not guaranteed. Lot-specific certificates of analysis ship with every order.
Physical & Chemical Properties
| Property | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid | Published reference |
| Form | Liquid | Published reference |
| Color | Max 10 | Interpreted |
| Odor | Pungent, vinegar-like | Published reference |
| pH | 2.3-2.5 (5% solution) | Published reference |
| Specific Gravity (20 °C) | 1.004 - 1.008 | Interpreted |
| Density | ~1.01 g/cm³ | Published reference |
| Boiling Point | ~100 °C | Published reference |
| Melting Point | ~0 °C | Published reference |
| Flash Point | Not flammable | Published reference |
| Solubility (water) | Miscible with water | Published reference |
Materials of Construction
| Material | Rating | Conditions | Source |
|---|---|---|---|
| aluminium | Not recommended | water-diluted acetic acid; the source restricts aluminium to chemically pure (glacial) acid and warns that corrosion of metals increases with water content | ingredi.com |
Compatibility is drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation for this product; each rating is sourced. Confirm against your specific duty cycle before equipment selection.
Regulatory & Transport
DOT / 49 CFR
- UN Number
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Hazard Class
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Packing Group
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
- Proper Shipping Name
- Not regulatedAdjudicated
GHS / OSHA HazCom 2012
- Signal Word
- DangerAdjudicated
- H-Codes (Hazard Statements)
- H314Adjudicated
- P-Codes (Precautionary Statements)
- P260, P264, P280, P301+P330+P331, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P305+P351+P338, P310, P321, P363, P405, P501Adjudicated
Occupational Exposure Limits
- OSHA PEL (29 CFR 1910.1000)
- 10 ppm TWAOSHA 29 CFR 1910.1000
- ACGIH TLV
- —no canonical
- NIOSH REL
- 10 ppm TWA / 15 ppm STELNIOSH Pocket Guide
- NIOSH IDLH
- 50 ppmNIOSH Pocket Guide
Transport descriptions reflect 49 CFR 172.101 lookup at time of publication. Sourced data: ECHA CLP Annex VI for harmonised classifications, NIOSH Pocket Guide for REL/IDLH, OSHA Z-Tables for PEL. Always verify against the latest regulatory text before shipment-critical decisions.
Supplier Qualification Packet
One zipped download containing the TDS, SDS, latest lot COA (when available), and a fresh Letter of Continuing Guaranty for 5% Diluted Acetic Acid Food Grade. Every file included is SHA-256 hashed and listed in a manifest your QA team can audit.
Catalog EquivalentsCross-reference vs major chemical suppliers
Honeywell
| SKU | Grade | Conc. | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 33209 | ACS | 99.8% | Exact | Fluka ACS grade |
Sigma-Aldrich
| SKU | Grade | Conc. | Match | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 320099 | ACS Reagent | 99.7% | Exact | ACS Reagent ≥99.7% |
Cross-references are informational. Confirm against the manufacturer's current specification before substitution. Competitor trademarks are property of their respective owners.
Applications
- Direct food ingredient used as a curing and pickling agent and as a flavor enhancergovinfo.gov
- Flavoring agent and adjuvant, and pH control agent, in foodgovinfo.gov
- Solvent and vehicle in food, and boiler water additive complying with 21 CFR 173.310govinfo.gov
- Industrial manufacturingmubychem.com
Applications are drawn from published manufacturer and supplier documentation; each is sourced. Suitability for a specific use is the buyer's to confirm.
Storage & Handling
- Recommended Storage
- Cool, dry, well-ventilated area in original sealed containers. Refer to product SDS for material-specific guidance.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Handling Precautions
- Use standard chemical PPE — splash goggles, gloves, lab coat. Refer to SDS for hazard-specific PPE requirements.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Incompatibilities
- Consult the SDS for material-specific incompatibilities.Class-level guidance — not product-specific; the SDS controls.
- Shelf Life
- Consult Technical Services for product-specific shelf life
For full hazard, PPE, and emergency response guidance, refer to the Safety Data Sheet (SDS) for this product. The SDS controls in all cases where guidance differs.
Packaging & Logistics
Shipping Description (US DOT)
Not regulated for transport.
Confirm against shipping documents and carrier requirements before tender.
Revision History
Last reviewed 2026-07-17 by Andre Taki, DOT Hazmat Specialist.
| Version | Date | Change | Trigger |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.2 | 2026-07-22 | Canonical data updated: 2 fields changed via the provenance/adjudication pipeline.
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| 1.1 | 2026-07-17 | Canonical data re-verified: 8 fields updated against independent vendor SDSs, CLP Annex VI, 49 CFR, and OSHA HazCom 2024 (GHS classification, hazard/precautionary codes, signal word, physical properties as applicable).
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| 1.0 | 2026-05-20 | Initial URL-first TDS published from canonical chemistry registry. | initial |
This Technical Data Sheet is provided for technical reference. The Safety Data Sheet (SDS) controls in all cases where guidance differs. Values reflect Alliance Chemical canonical data at time of generation; subsequent revisions are recorded in the Revision History above.