Apple Cider Vinegar

Also listed as ACV and Cider Vinegar.

Condiments

This is what the ingredient is.

Apple cider vinegar is vinegar made from fermented apple cider. Labels may say apple cider vinegar.

Here is why it shows up on the label.

It is used in dressings, marinades, and home cooking.

Here is what food agencies say.

Sold as a vinegar condiment under FDA labeling rules.

Here is what research has found.

Quality and labeling issues are more common than pathogen recalls for bottled vinegar.

Here are a few things worth knowing.

Highly acidic. Dilute for culinary use; follow label storage guidance.

Sources

  • FDA Food Labeling
  • USDA FSIS
  • FDA Recalls

How to read this page

We publish plain facts about this ingredient so a label is easier to read. This is not medical advice, and it is not a recommendation to buy, avoid, or use anything. For a personal health question, talk with a clinician who knows your history.

v1.0Updated 9/17/2026