E261
Potassium acetate
Acidity regulator · Preservative
What it is
Controls acidity and slows spoilage.
What it does
Acidity regulator
Controls how acidic or alkaline a food is.
Preservative
Slows spoilage caused by micro-organisms, so food stays safe for longer.
Regulatory position
European Union
Authorised for use in food
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