ACETEM can form a kind of films which can be used as a stable coating material for foodstuffs such as sausages or confectionery to avoid moisture loss and fat oxidation. When the degree of acetylation more than 90%, the form of ACETEM is liquid under standard conditions and they can offer good lubrification properties. Therefore,ACETEM can be used as lubricants in food processing industry.  ACETEM is able to stabilize the alpha-fat crystal form of fats. Therefore, they can be used in whipped toppings to enhance the aeration and foam stabilization. And they can be used in shortening products to control the crystallization of fat.