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Potassium Sorbate
Potassium Sorbate is a white powder that is very soluble in water. It is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring antimicrobial compound and is used as a preservative.
Product Details |
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Formula: |
C6H7KO2 |
CAS Number: |
24634-61-5 |
Also Known As: |
Potassium (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate; Potassium-2,4-hexadienoate; E202; Sorbistat-K; Sorbistat potassium |
Structure: |
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applications:
Potassium Sorbate is used in the food and beverage industry as a preservative for meats, cheese, yogurt, and wine. It is also found in some personal care products.
Typical Specifications
Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.
Appearance |
White powder |
Density, g/cm3 |
1.363 |
Melting point, °C |
270 (decomposes) |
Molecular weight, g/mol |
150.22 |
Odor |
Odorless |
Purity, % |
≥99 |
Refractive index, n20/D |
1.81 |
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