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White Vinegar

Low concern

GRAS condiment with long history of safe use. Acidic; can erode tooth enamel and irritate GI tract if undiluted or over-consumed.

Found in

3,302 products

What it is

Distilled vinegar (typically 4–7% acetic acid in water) made by acetic-acid fermentation of distilled alcohol.

Acidulant, preservative, and flavoring; lowers pH for safety and tang.

Why it's flagged

dental erosion if undiluted/frequent direct contact

What regulators actually say

"Distilled vinegar... is the product made by the acetous fermentation of dilute distilled alcohol derived from grain."

FDA CPG Sec. 525.825 — Vinegar Definitions — fda.gov

Regulatory status

United States — FDA

GRAS; standardized as 'distilled vinegar' (FDA CPG Sec. 525.825).

European Union — EFSA

Authorized food ingredient; acetic acid (E 260) is also approved as additive.

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