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Is Calcium Acetate vegan?

Calcium Acetate

Vegan

Calcium Acetate is the calcium salt of acetic acid, used as a preservative, firming agent, and acidity regulator in food and cosmetic products. It is typically produced by reacting acetic acid with calcium hydroxide or calcium carbonate.

Also known as Acetate of lime, Acetic acid, calcium salt, Calcium di(acetate), Calcium diacetate, Calcium ethanoate, Lime acetate
INCI name Calcium Acetate
E number E263
CAS number 62-54-4
EC number 200-540-9
CosIng ID 32309
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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