Ingredient

Vinegar And Lactic Acid

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Vinegar and lactic acid are used as acidity regulators, preservatives, and flavor enhancers. They …

What it is

Vinegar is a liquid made from the fermentation of ethanol by acetic acid bacteria. Lactic acid is an organic acid produced naturally in the body and also through the fermentation of carbohydrates. Both are commonly used in food production.

Why it's used

Vinegar and lactic acid are used as acidity regulators, preservatives, and flavor enhancers. They add a sour or tangy taste to foods and help extend shelf life by inhibiting microbial growth. They are found in salad dressings, sauces, pickles, olives, and many other processed foods.

Health notes

In the US, vinegar and lactic acid are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. They are common metabolic products in the human body. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated them. Evidence does not suggest adverse health effects at typical dietary intake levels.

Allergen info

Vinegar and lactic acid are not among the FDA's 9 major allergens. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Vinegar And Lactic Acid

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Soy Boy Snacks Tahini Sauce Original With Heat Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise 500kcal 3.3Protein 50Fat 10Carbs Innovasian Cuisine Enterprises, LLC Korean-Style Grilled Chicken, Spicy Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 44% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 20% DV per serving 103kcal 7.4Protein 1.1Fat 14.4Carbs Giorgio Foods, Inc. Roasted Garlic & Black Pepper Portabella Jerky, Roasted Garlic & Black Pepper Other Snacks 140kcal 8.8Protein 2.6Fat 28.1Carbs Sweet Balsamic & Golden Fig Portabella Jerky, Sweet Balsamic & Golden Fig Giorgio Foods, Inc. Sweet Balsamic & Golden Fig Portabella Jerky, Sweet Balsamic & Golden Fig Other Snacks 140kcal 8.8Protein 1.8Fat 28.1Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Quality, Pitted Kalamata Oives Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 233kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 13.3Carbs Weis Markets, Inc. Weis Quality, Whole Kalamata Olives Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 233kcal 0Protein 16.7Fat 13.3Carbs Simply Asia Foods, Inc. Mild Thai-Style Rice Noodles & Chicken, Mild Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 113kcal 5.0Protein 1.1Fat 21.2Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Michelina's, Zap Ems, Chinese-Style Vegetables & White Chicken In Sauce With Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 39% DV per serving 146kcal 3.8Protein 2.1Fat 28.2Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Michelina's, Orange Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 123kcal 4.0Protein 1.1Fat 24.2Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Michelina's, Lean Gourmet, Sweet & Sour Chicken With White Chicken & Rice Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 141kcal 4.8Protein 1.3Fat 27.3Carbs The Kroger Co. Kroger, Spicy Orange Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees 91kcal 5.2Protein 1.4Fat 15.1Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Srirach Chicken & Pasta Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 34% DV per serving 128kcal 5.7Protein 1.5Fat 23.4Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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