Product Name: Potassium sorbate

Synonyms: 2,4-Hexadienoic acid potassium salt; Sorbic acid potassium salt

Molecular Formula: C6H7KO2

Molecular Weight: 150.21

CAS No.: 24634-61-5 (590-00-1)

EINECS: 611-771-3

Description

Potassium sorbate is a mild preservative that is used in skincare, cosmetics, and body care formulations. It is used to extend the shelf-life of your products by preventing the growth of bacteria, fungi, and molds. It is also used as an alternative to parabens.

Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid. Sorbic acid is a natural compound found in berries of the mountain ash tree or Sorbus aucuparia.

Benefits

1. Potassium sorbate is a chemical added to food to help prevent the growth of fungi and molds. It can be widely used in all kinds of food, will not decompose, and has no taste and smell

2. Food preservative: potassium sorbate is especially used for foods stored or pre cooked at room temperature. It is also commonly used in foods prone to mildew, such as dairy products. Many stale foods rely on potassium sorbate and other preservatives to prevent deterioration.

3. Wine making: potassium sorbate is also commonly used in wine making to prevent wine from losing flavor. Without preservatives, the fermentation process in wine will continue and lead to changes in flavor. Potassium sorbate is also often used as a preservative in soft drinks, fruit juices and soda.

4. Beauty products: potassium sorbate has many other uses. Many beauty products are also prone to mildew, and preservatives are used to prolong the life of skin and hair care products. Your shampoo, hair gel or skin cream is likely to contain potassium sorbate.