Inorganic Salts
Potassium Sorbate, FCC, Kosher
Potassium sorbate, food-grade preservative, prevents mold, yeast, and microbes.
- Article code
- PS1B39
- Grade
- FCC, Kosher
- Category
- Inorganic Salts
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Properties
- Article / SKU
- PS1B39
- Chemical Formula
- C6H7KO2
- Grade
- FCC, Kosher
- Physical Form
- Noodle-shaped granules
- Effective pH Range
- Up to 6
- Applications
- Foods, wines, baking, personal care products
Packaging options
- 1 Lb
- 10 Lbs
- 50 Lbs
Details
Potassium sorbate (K-sorbate) is a commonly used preservative in foods, wines, the baking industry, and personal care products to prevent mold, yeast, and microbial growth. Typical applications include cakes, icings, beverage syrups, cheese, dried fruits, margarine, pie fillings, and wine. Usage concentrations vary depending on the specific application. Potassium sorbate is water-soluble, with the molecular formula C6H7KO2, and comes in noodle-shaped granules. It is effective at pH levels up to 6 but loses effectiveness rapidly at higher pH levels.
Preserves food by preventing mold, yeast, and microbial growth
Widely used in cakes, icings, and syrups
Ideal for cheese, dried fruits, and margarine
Used in personal care products to inhibit microbial activity
Use concentrations as per specific application requirements. Not effective at pH levels above 6.