Potassium sorbate CAS#24634-61-5

CAS: 24634-61-5
MF: C6H7KO2
MW: 150.22
EINECS: 246-376-1

MOQ (Minimum Order Quantity): 1 FCL (Full Container Load)

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Product Details

Potassium sorbate is petitioned for use in organic livestock production as mold inhibitor[1-3]. Sorbic acid was first discovered in the Mountain Ash Tree (Sorbus aucuparia or Sorbus americana). Today most potassium sorbate is made synthetically. Potassium sorbate is a naturally occurring unsaturated fatty acid and is completely safe with regard to health and has the lowest allergenic potential of all food preservatives. Potassium sorbate was also petitioned for use in liquid livestock medications primarily aloe vera juice as a substitute for antibiotics and other various hormones.

Potassium sorbate Chemical Properties

Melting point	270 °C
density	1,361 g/cm³
vapor pressure	<1 Pa (20 °C)
FEMA	2921 \| POTASSIUM SORBATE
storage temp.	2-8°C
solubility	H₂O: 1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless to faintly yellow
form	Powder
pka	4.69[at 20 ℃]
color	White to light cream
Odor	Odorless
PH	7.8 (H2O, 20.1℃)
PH Range	8 - 11 at 580 g/l at 20 °C
Water Solubility	58.2 g/100 mL (20 ºC)
Merck	14,7671
BRN	5357554
Stability:	Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Major Application	cleaning products cosmetics food and beverages personal care
Cosmetics Ingredients Functions	FRAGRANCE PRESERVATIVE
InChI	1S/C6H8O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8;/h2-5H,1H3,(H,7,8);/q;+1/p-1/b3-2+,5-4+;
InChIKey	CHHHXKFHOYLYRE-STWYSWDKSA-M
SMILES	[K+].C\C=C\C=C\C([O-])=O
LogP	-1.72 at 20℃
CAS DataBase Reference	24634-61-5(CAS DataBase Reference)
EPA Substance Registry System	Potassium sorbate (24634-61-5)

Safety Information

Hazard Codes	Xi,C,T,F
Risk Statements	36/37/38-35-22
Safety Statements	26-36-45-36/37/39
WGK Germany	1
RTECS	WG2170000
Autoignition Temperature	>150 °C
TSCA	TSCA listed
HS Code	2916 19 95
Storage Class	11 - Combustible Solids
Hazard Classifications	Eye Irrit. 2
Toxicity	LD50 orally in Rabbit: 3800 mg/kg

Product Application of CAS#24634-61-5

Sorbic acid is a naturally occurring polyunsaturated fat that has antimicrobial properties. That means that it helps to prevent the growth of molds, yeasts, and fungus. Potassium sorbate is found in many food products, especially those which are meant to be stored and eaten at room temperature. This helps to ward off particles such as mold or fungus that can cause foods to spoil or make people sick. Baked goods, processed fruits and vegetables or dairy products frequently contain this product. When brewing wine, yeast is used to convert sugar to alcohol. This process is called fermentation. When the wine reaches the desired flavour and body, you want to stop the yeast from growing. Potassium sorbate is added to inhibit yeast growth.