Sorbic acid
Sorbic acid, or 2,4-hexadienoic acid, is a natural organic compound used as a food preservative. Sorbic acid has the chemical formula C6H8O2. Sorbic acid is a colourless solid that is slightly soluble in water and sublimes readily. Sorbic acid was first isolated from the unripe berries of the rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia), hence its name.
Food Preservative Potassium Sorbate E202/Sorbic Acid e200
Preservative Potassium Sorbate E202
| Name | Potassium Sorbate |
| CAS No. | 590-00-1 |
| Chemical Formula | C6H7KO2 |
| Specification | FCC IV |
| Packing | In 25kg cartons |
| Functional use | Preservative |
| Items | Specifications |
| Appearance | White granular |
| Assay | 99.0 – 101.0% |
| Loss on drying | 1.0% max |
| Heavy metals(as Pb) | 0.001% max |
| Arsenic | 0.0003% max |
| Acidity | 1.0% max |
| Alkalinity | 1.0% max |
Sorbic Acid E200
| ITEMS | STANDARD |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms |
| Heat Stability | Not change in color after heating for 90 minutes at 105°C |
| Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
| Purity | 99.0-101.0% |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Melting Range (°C) | 132-135 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Aldehydes (as Formaldehyde) | 0.1% Max |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2 mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1 mg/kg |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤10 mg/kg |
Food Preservative Potassium Sorbate E202/Sorbic Acid Application
Sorbic Acid E200 Application
Sorbic Acid is soluble in water and can be used as Preservatives. Sorbic Acid can be widely used as food ingredient or food additive in our daily life. Sorbic Acid is mainly used in food, beverages, tobacco, pesticides, cosmetics and other industries. As an unsaturated acid,Sorbic Acid also can be used in resins, spices and rubber industry.
Potassium Sorbate E202 Application
Potassium Sorbate is widely used in food, beverages, tobacco, pesticides, cosmetics and other industries. As an unsaturated acid,Potassium Sorbate also can be used for resins, spices and rubber industry. Potassium Sorbate is a vital product of our food additives and food ingredients. And our company is a high-quality Potassium Sorbate supplier in China.