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E-number E262 · Preservatives
Sodium acetates
Halal
- Typical source
- Acetic acid
- Plain-language explanation
- Sodium acetates (E262) are salts derived from acetic acid, the same compound that gives vinegar its sour taste, and are used to regulate acidity and act as a preservative. They are typically produced through a chemical fermentation process using substances like sugar or alcohol. This ingredient is considered halal by major certification bodies as long as the raw materials used in its production are from halal sources, such as plant-based or synthetic, and not from non-halal animal origins.