SAFE
Acetates (sodium acetate, calcium acetate)
Sodium acetate (E262), Calcium acetate (E263)
Possibly Safe
V2 Verified
Excipients & Additives
PubMed Studies
280
PubChem CID
About
Acetic acid salts used as acidulants, preservatives, and flavouring agents. E262/E263. GRAS. Metabolised to sodium/calcium and acetate (normal metabolic intermediary).
How it works (mechanism of action)
Acts on cellular signalling pathways relevant to the documented clinical indications. Contains bioactive compounds with enzyme-modulating, receptor-binding, or antioxidant properties studied in peer-reviewed literature.
👥 Safety by Population
🚫 Contraindications & Warnings
Very safe. Metabolised normally. Sodium content relevant in hypertension/heart failure. Calcium contribution in calcium acetate. GRAS. No significant safety concerns.
🏷️ Other Names
Sodium acetate (E262), Calcium acetate (E263)