sodium diacetate

sodium diacetate

[′sōd·ē·əm dī′as·ə‚tāt] (organic chemistry) CH3COONa· x (CH3COOH) Combustible, white, water-soluble crystals with an acetic acid aroma; decomposes above 150°C; used to inhibit mold, and as a buffer, varnish hardener, sequestrant, and food preservative, and in mordants.