Anhydrous sodium acetate (CH3COONa) is also widely used in the food industry, and its main roles include:

1. Flavoring agent: anhydrous sodium acetate can be used as acid flavoring agent for food, which is used to enhance the acidity of food and regulate the texture and taste of food. It is widely used in the production of vinegar, sauces, seasonings and so on.

2. Acidifying agent: Anhydrous sodium acetate can be used as acidic flavoring agent of food, which is used to regulate the acidity and alkalinity of food, so as to make it present suitable acidity. It is commonly used in the production of jams, pickled foods, seasonings and so on.

3. Preservative: Sodium acetate anhydrous has certain antibacterial effect, and can be used as a preservative for food to prolong the shelf life of food. It is often used in the production of canned food, vinegar products and so on.

4. Food processing aids: anhydrous sodium acetate can also be used as food processing aids, used to adjust the pH of food, improve the taste and quality of food, enhance the stability and preservation of food.

Shanxi Zhaoyi Chemical Co., Ltd. kindly reminds that in food production, it is necessary to use it reasonably according to needs, control the amount of additives, and ensure the safety and quality of food.