Potassium Sorbate, FCC, Kosher, Food Grade Preservative

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.

Product Specifications

Applications and Benefits:

• 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

Caution:

Use concentrations as per specific application requirements. Not effective at pH levels above 6.