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Product Data Sheet FLEISCHMANN'S APPLE CIDER VINEGAR (Specification # 101) DESCRIPTION Fleischmann's Apple Cider Vinegar is the result of the acetous fermentation of apple wine or cider. The alcohol is converted to acetic acid by the microorganism Acetobacter aceti in vinegar acetators. The product is prepared in accordance with the best commercial practice under strict sanitary conditions and the Federal guidelines for Good Manufacturing Practices. It is free of clarifiers, preservatives or other impurities and is Kosher Certified. Fleischmann's vinegar process is meticulously monitored to produce consistent high quality vinegar with unique characteristics of fine flavor and aroma. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES Fleischmann's Apple Cider Vinegar is a clear, bright, amber colored product, free from any pronounced foreign flavor or odor. The odor and flavor are clean, fruity and characteristic of apple cider vinegar. Property Specification Acidity (Grain or g/L of Acetic Acid, +/- 1%) 50 60 80 100 Acidity (% by weight, +/- 1%) 4.96 5.95 7.93 9.87 Residual Alcohol (Proof, max) 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.0 Residual Alcohol (% by volume, max) 0.5 0.6 0.8 1.0 Color amber amber amber amber Density at 20ºC (lbs/gallon) 8.40 8.40 8.40 8.45 Density at 20ºC (kg/L) 1.007 1.007 1.007 1.013 Approximate pH (1) 2.9 2.9 2.8 2.8 Copper (PPM, max) 1.0 1.2 1.6 2.0 Iron (PPM, max) 10.0 12.0 16.0 20.0 Lead (PPB, max) 33 40 53 66 MICROBIOLOGICAL PROPERTIES Property Specification Property Specification Total Standard Plate Count 10/ml. max. Coagulase (+) Staph. Negative Coliform 10/ml. max. Extraneous Matter None visible to the naked eye. Yeast/Mold 10/ml. max. Sediments and mother of vinegar E. Coli Negative may appear during storage. Salmonella Negative Microscopic Negative for vinegar eels & insect fragments. STORAGE Shelf life(2) 6 months Minimum temperature 32ºF (0ºC) Maximum temperature 80ºF (27ºC) INGREDIENT STATEMENT: Apple Cider Vinegar 50 Grain: SKU# 016555001820X 80 Grain: SKU# 016555001850X 60 Grain: SKU# 016555001810X 100 Grain: SKU# 016555001840X Revised: July 24, 2012 (1) pH values in vinegar are only given as a guideline and are not guaranteed (2) Vinegar remains safe for human consumption indefinitely. Shelf life is indicated for best appearance. Depending on vinegar type and storage conditions, some color changes, sedimentation and mother of vinegar may appear throughout the life of the product. Cooler temperatures and lack of oxygen will slow down these alterations. Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company, Inc. – 12604 Hiddencreek Way, Suite A, Cerritos, CA 90703 Phone 562-404-4564 – Fax 562-404-0738 1 of 2 Product Data Sheet FLEISCHMANN'S APPLE CIDER VINEGAR (Specification # 101) NUTRITIONAL ANALYSIS (per 100 grams) Grain (acetic acid in g/L) 50 60 80 100 Water (g) 95 94 92 90 Food Energy (KJ) 71 85 114 142 Food Energy (Kcal) 17 21 28 35 Organic Acids* 5 6 8 10 Protein (g) 0 0 0 0 Fat (g) 0 0 0 0 Trans Fat (g) 0 0 0 0 Carbohydrate (g) <1 <1 <1 <1 Ash (g) <1 <1 <1 <1 Calcium (mg) 5 6 8 10 Phosphorus (mg) 10 12 16 20 Iron (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Sodium (mg) 6 7 10 12 Potassium (mg) 100 120 160 200 Vitamin A (IU) <1 <1 <1 <1 Thiamine (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Riboflavin (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Niacin (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Vitamin C (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Dietary Fibers (mg) <1 <1 <1 <1 Sugars (g) <1 <1 <1 <1 *Organic acids contribute 3.5 calories per gram. Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company, Inc. – 12604 Hiddencreek Way, Suite A, Cerritos, CA 90703 Phone 562-404-4564 – Fax 562-404-0738 2 of 2 .