Acetic acid is used as a sour agent added in vinegar, pickled vegetables, and sauce, and as a raw material for spice. When used as a food additive, acetic acid can be indicated by its group name, substance name, or abbreviated name according to the purpose of use.
Purpose
| Purpose | Group name or abbreviated name |
|---|---|
| Keep the pH level of food in the appropriate level | pH regulator |
| Improve taste by adding or enhancing sour taste | Sour agent |
| Other purposes (shelf-life extension, combined use with preservative, etc.) | Acetic acid |
