Technical Specifications
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Item |
Specification |
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Product Name |
Potassium Sorbate Food-grade Beverage Preservative |
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Chemical Name |
Potassium 2,4-Hexadienoate / Sorbic Acid Potassium Salt |
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CAS No. |
24634-61-5 / 590-00-1 |
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E Number |
E202 |
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Molecular Formula |
C6H7KO2 |
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Molecular Weight |
150.22 |
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Appearance |
White to off-white crystalline granules or powder |
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Assay (Purity on Dry Basis) |
98.0% – 101.0% |
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pH (1% Aqueous Solution) |
7.0 – 8.5 |
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Solubility (at 20°C) |
Highly soluble in water (≥58.2%), slightly soluble in ethanol |
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Loss on Drying |
≤1.0% |
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Heavy Metals (as Pb) |
≤10 ppm |
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Arsenic (As) |
≤3 ppm |
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Aldehydes (as Formaldehyde) |
≤0.1% |
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Acidity or Alkalinity |
Passes Test |
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Shelf Life |
24 Months (under proper storage conditions) |
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Standards Compliance |
FCC V, USP, E202, GB 1886.39-2015 |


Key Benefits
98.0%–101.0% Food-Grade Purity: Maximizes cost-in-use efficiency, allowing lower dosage rates to achieve targeted antimicrobial efficacy.
Broad-Spectrum Microbial Control: Highly effective against yeasts, molds, and selective aerobic bacteria, preventing product fermentation, spoilage, and mold growth.
Industry Applications & Recommended Dosage
Our Potassium Sorbate Food-grade Beverage Preservative is widely utilized across a broad spectrum of processing formulations:
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Industry Category |
Recommended Dosage |
Applications |
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Beverage Industry |
0.02%–0.05% |
Fruit juices, carbonated soft drinks, iced teas, energy/sports drinks, and liquid beverage concentrates |
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Bakery & Pastries |
0.03%–0.08% |
Bread, tortillas, cakes, pastries, pizza doughs, and fillings to combat mold and extend freshness |
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Dairy Products |
0.02%–0.06% |
Yogurts, cheese spreads, processed cheeses, sour creams, and dairy-based desserts |
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Sauces & Condiments |
0.05%–0.10% |
Soy sauce, ketchup, mayonnaise, salad dressings, vinegar preparations, and culinary pastes |
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Prepared & Processed Foods |
0.03%–0.08% |
Jams, jellies, canned fruits, ready-to-eat meals, and pickled vegetables |
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Pharmaceuticals & Personal Care |
- |
Oral syrups, liquid supplements, topical creams, lotions, and wet wipes |
Quality Controls

Global Certifications: Our production plants are fully certified under ISO 9001, ISO 22000, HACCP, FSSC 22000, Halal, and Kosher (OU).
Strict Batch Traceability: From initial raw material verification to synthesized neutralization, filtration, drying, and final packaging, every batch is fully traceable.
Standard Documentation Package: Every shipment is accompanied by a Certificate of Analysis (COA), Technical Data Sheet (TDS), and Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS). Third-party independent testing (by SGS or Eurofins) can be arranged upon request.
Packaging, Logistics & Storage
Standard Industrial Packaging
- 25 kg multi-layer kraft paper bags with food-grade PE inner liners.
- 25 kg high-strength fiber drums (ideal for powder grades).
- 25 kg heavy-duty corrugated cartons.
OEM & Private Label Services
We offer customized bag sizes, palletization styles, and private labeling options for contract buyers.
Storage Conditions
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated warehouse. Keep bags or drums tightly sealed and protected from direct sunlight, moisture, heat, and incompatible oxidizing agents.
Global Logistics Support
Convenient shipping terms (including FOB, CFR, CIF, and DDP) with rapid dispatch from major international seaports.








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