Potassium Sorbate
CAS Number: 590-00-1
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, widely employed as a mold and yeast inhibitor in food and beverage applications. It functions effectively over a broad pH range (up to 6.5), making it versatile for cheese, wine, bakery products, and dried fruits. Available as white granules or powder with high solubility in water.
Technical Specifications
| appearance | White granules or powder |
| purity (%) | ≥99.0 |
| pH (1% solution) | 7.0–8.0 |
| loss on drying (%) | ≤1.0 |
| sorbic acid content (%) | 74.0–76.0 |
Applications
- Cheese and dairy product preservation
- Wine and fermented beverage stabilization
- Bakery goods and bread shelf-life extension
- Dried fruits, nuts, and snack foods
- Personal care and cosmetic formulations
Key Features
- Effective over a wider pH range than sodium benzoate
- Low toxicity with excellent safety profile (ADI 0–25 mg/kg)
- Highly water-soluble for uniform dispersion
- Compatible with a wide range of food matrices and packaging
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CAS Number
590-00-1
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