Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate

Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate for Processed Meat — Food-Grade Preservative & pH Buffer Solution

Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate (CAS No. 6131-90-4) is a reliable food grade substance with extensive use in processed meat processing. Its chemical formula is CH3COONa.3H2O, and its molecular weight is 136.08. It is a colourless crystal, with a specific gravity of 1.45 and a melting point of 58°C. The manufacturer is Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical Co., Ltd. It was created in 1988, with a sodium acetate content of 58% to 60%, the control of chloride is stringent (≤0.03%), and the yearly production is 150000 tons. It's one element that offers dependable pH buffering, preservation, water retention and colour stability.

Technical Specifications

What Is Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate?

Sodium acetate trihydrate is the crystalline, hydrated form of sodium acetate, produced and quality controlled for direct use in meat processing. It is chemically identical , but has three water molecules connected to each sodium acetate unit . This makes it preferable to the anhydrous form , at least operationally , in food preparation situations .

The trihydrate crystal readily and uniformly dissolves in brines and meat batters without the creation of heat. The ability to dissolve at freezing temperatures is a critical factor in production lines where temperature control effects food safety and protein integrity.

Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical is an E262 Meat Preservative Supplier, and each batch is produced to international food additive standards, guaranteeing you consistent quality from order to order.

Key Product Characteristics

The Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate is designed to fulfilll the specific requirements of the current processed meat processing. Here are the traits that make it different from normal industrial-grade sodium acetate

· Stable active content: sodium acetate concentration 58–60% with strict batch-to-batch consistency

· Strict impurity control: chloride content ≤0.03%, reducing interference with curing chemistry

• Good fluidity: With little propensity to cake under normal circumstances, it is possible to dose accurately by automation

• Excellent buffering, mild alkalinity: Maintains brine and batter pH in 7.5 - 9.0 range

· Great flexibility: Compatible with sodium lactate, sodium diacetate, spices and curing agents without impacting the flavour of the product

These features make it appropriate for large scale continuous processing lines as well as smaller batch manufacturing units.

Meat Sodium Acetate Trihydrate vs Other Products

Application in Meat Processing

Knowing how sodium acetate trihydrate works in processed meat applications enables you to use it properly in your formulations. The three main use cases are as follows:

1. Brine for Injection in Whole Muscle Hams

Just mix it right into your injection brine. It acts synergistically with sodium lactate to inhibit bacterial development at even lower salt levels. It improves moisture retention throughout the cooking cycle. This is particularly important for companies responding to customer demand for reduced sodium goods.

2. Emulsified Sausages -- Frankfurters and Bologna

Add at cutter or chopper stage to buffer meat batter pH. Protein matrices are susceptible to denaturation by acidic preservatives without pH control leading to purge (water separation) and poor texture. Sodium acetate trihydrate – Stabilises the emulsion and enhances shelf life.

3. Fresh Ground Meat and Patties.

In fresh ground goods, it stabilises the environment surrounding myoglobin and lipid fractions as a sodium acetate meat antibacterial agent. This slows oxidative rancidity, protects the fresh red colour and keeps flavour balanced during cold chain distribution.

The normal effective amount is 0.2% to 0.5% of the overall formula weight. This range delivers bacteriostatic efficacy with no off-flavors.

Standards for Quality Control & Food Safety

Every batch of Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical's production is thoroughly checked. Standard quality inspection points include:

Water Insoluble Matter (< 0.05%): Prevents blockage of brine injection nozzles and ensures clean dissolving in the processing equipment.

Heavy Metals via ICP-MS: Lead <2 mg/kg and arsenic <3 mg/kg in compliance with international food safety criteria such as EU and FDA.

Formic Acid and Oxidizable Substances: Titration test does not indicate any by-products of synthesis in the finished product.

pH of 5% Solution (7.5-9.0): Confirms buffer capacity necessary for water-holding capacity (WHC) of beef proteins.

Loss on Drying (36.0%–41.0%) - Confirms the stable trihydrate crystal structure assuring you are getting the right hydration state and not out-of-spec material.

All shipments are accompanied with all paperwork including COA, MSDS and multi-lingual compliance documents. It also supports foreign clients' on-site plant audits.

Certifications & Compliance

Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical maintains a full set of internationally recognized certifications relevant to food ingredient supply:

· ISO 9001 — Quality Management System

· ISO 14001 — Environmental Management System

· ISO 45001 — Occupational Health and Safety Management System

· Kosher Certification — Applicable to food-grade products

· Halal Certification — Applicable to food-grade products

These certifications support your supplier qualification process and help you meet audit and documentation requirements in regulated markets including the EU, North America, and the Middle East.

Packaging & Storage

Proper packaging and handling preserve product performance throughout the supply chain:

· container: 25 kilogram plastic woven bags (inner plastic liner, outside woven bag) or 1,000 kg tonne bags; food-grade sealed container printed with food additive marks

· Storage conditions: Cool and dry place, relative humidity ≤65%, keep away from poisonous and smelly substances

·Reseal immediately after opening and use within 48 hours to avoid moisture absorption

· Shelf life: 12 months from production date (unopened); re-inspection required before use if expired

· Temperature warning: Keep below 30°C — the 58°C melting point means heat exposure can cause the product to liquefy and re-solidify into unusable solid blocks

Why Source from Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical?

With more than 30 years of manufacturing expertise and a 27,000 m² production facility, Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical is going to be a trustworthy long-term provider of food-grade acetate components.

• Quick delivery: Stock orders sent within 24 hours; normal lead time 5-7 working days

• Flexible order quantities: Ideal for regular or large orders

• Customised support : OEM packaging, label customisation, and customised documentation available

· Global logistics: Support for FOB, CIF and DAP terms; working with major freight forwarders across the globe

• 24/7 Technical support: Available 24/7 to walk you through the application and to advise on formulations

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FAQ

Q: Why pick product rather than anhydrous form?

A: The trihydrate dissolves quickly without heating. Anhydrous sodium acetate is exothermic, giving out heat which might denature proteins locally or raise the temperature of brines, therefore presenting a risk of bacterial development before boiling.

Q: What is the recommended amount in processed meats?

A: The industry typical dose for bacteriostatic action is 0.2%–0.5% of total formula weight. If more than 0.5% is used, a soapy or salty-bitter aftertaste might be produced, thus accurate dosage is necessary.

Q:  Is it allergy free and acceptable for clean label products?

A. Yes. Chemically synthesised from acetic acid and sodium carbonate and hence devoid of plant based allergies, gluten and GMOs. This supports clean label and free-from claims.

Q: How does it assist to manage Listeria monocytogenes?

A: It prolongs the lag phase of the bacteria. In combination with sodium diacetate or lactates, it suppresses replication in cooled ready-to-eat meats by inhibiting the bacteria’s transmembrane proton gradient.

Q: What if it is not maintained correctly?

A: If the temperature is over 30°C or the air is very humid, the crystals will absorb moisture or partially melt in their own crystal water. The product hardens again into a solid block and is thus not suitable for automated hoppers.

Q: What documentation may help me ensure import compliance?

A: Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical can supply you with COA, MSDS, Halal, Kosher, ISO copy of certification and multi-language compliance papers. Special import requirements may also be met with custom documents.

Contact Us

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