Potassium Sorbate is a widely used preservative in the food and beverage industry, as well as in cosmetics and personal care products. It is a white, odorless, and crystalline powder.

IUPAC Name: Potassium (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

Other Name or Common Name: Sorbistat K

Appearance:  white, odorless, and crystals

Chemical Formula: C6H7KO2

Molecular Weight: 150.22 g/mol

Applications:

1. Food and Beverage Industry: Potassium Sorbate is extensively used as a preservative in a wide range of food and beverage products, including baked goods, dairy products, fruit juices, and soft drinks. It helps prevent the growth of yeast, mold, and some bacteria, thereby extending the shelf life of these products.

2. Cosmetics and Personal Care Products: It is used in cosmetics, skincare products, and personal care items, such as shampoos, lotions, and creams, to inhibit the growth of microorganisms and enhance product stability.

3. Wine and Winemaking: In the winemaking industry, Potassium Sorbate is used to prevent fermentation of residual sugars, which can result in the re-fermentation of wine in the bottle and unwanted carbonation.

4. Pharmaceuticals: It may be used in some pharmaceutical formulations as a preservative to maintain the integrity and stability of certain drug products.

5. Brewing Industry: In brewing, it is employed to stabilize beer and prevent refermentation in the bottle.

6. Fruit Preservation: Potassium Sorbate is used to preserve fruits, particularly in canned and dried fruit products, to prevent spoilage and maintain quality.
   
   Packing Size: 25 kg
   Packing Type: Box Packing