Salt And Vinegar Flavour
The component substances—salt, acetic acid (vinegar), sodium diacetate, and flavor compounds—are GRAS at typical use levels. Primary nutritional concerns are sodium intake and dental enamel erosion from acid in repeated direct contact at high frequency.
What it is
A flavoring blend designed to mimic salt and vinegar taste, typically containing acetic acid or sodium diacetate, salt, and natural/artificial flavors.
Topping/seasoning flavor for snack foods.
Why it's flagged
- high sodium
- dental enamel erosion
- non-specific flavor disclosure
What regulators actually say
"Acetic acid (CAS Reg. No. 64-19-7) is the chief acid of vinegar... GRAS when used in accordance with good manufacturing practice."
"Flavoring shall be declared as 'natural flavor', 'natural flavoring', 'artificial flavor', or 'artificial flavoring'... in the ingredient statement."
Regulatory status
United States — FDA
Component substances (acetic acid, sodium diacetate, salt) are GRAS under 21 CFR 184; flavors per 21 CFR 101.22.
European Union — EFSA
Flavors regulated under EU 1334/2008; acetic acid (E260) authorized food additive.
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