126-96-5

White crystals; acetic acid odor. Decom- poses above 150C. Soluble in water; slightly soluble in alcohol; insoluble in ether. Combustible.

Fungicide, Bactericide: Sodium diacetate is a fungicide and bactericide registered to control molds and bacteria, thereby preventing spoilage in stored grains. The pesticide is applied to hay as a dust or soluble concentrate (liquid spray) during the baling process. It is applied to silage as a fermentation "aid" to preserve the quality of field corn, alfalfa, sorghum, oats and grasses, stored in silos. Sodium diacetate is composed of acetic acid and sodium acetate. It dissociates to acetate, sodium and hydrogen ions, normal components of plants and animals, and of human foods. Acetates are formed in living organisms during the metabolism of food. Acetates and acetic acid have long been used in both human and animal foods, without significant adverse effects. Sodium diacetate is also used as an antimicrobial agent in baked goods and other foods, and in medicine and cosmetics manufacturing as a freshener, flavoring and pH regulator. Not listed for use in EU countries. 126-96-5. Registered for use in the U.S.

CROP CURE®; DYKON®; GRAIN CURE®[C]; SENTRY SODIUM ACETATE®[C]

Acetic acid or acetates are present in most plant and animal tissues in small, but detectable amounts.

Nonflammable

Prepared synthetically by reacting sodium carbonate with acetic acid. Special grades are produced by reacting anhydrous sodium acetate with acetic acid.