Potassium Sorbate
Food Additives 2025-03-02
| Property | Details |
|---|---|
| Name | Potassium Sorbate |
| CAS No. | 24634-61-5 |
| Molecular Formula | C₆H₇KO₂ |
| Molecular Weight | 150.217 g/mol |
| Appearance | White crystal or powder |
| Melting Point | 270°C |
| Boiling Point | 233°C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.361 g/cm³ |
| Flash Point | 139.9°C |
| Solubility | Easily soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol and propylene glycol |
| Uses | Food preservative, cosmetic preservative, plastic and glass stabilizer, pharmaceutical preservative |
| Safety Information | Skin irritation (Category 2), eye irritation (Category 2A), specific target organ system toxicity (single exposure) (Category 3); avoid inhalation of dust, clean skin thoroughly after handling, wear protective gloves and eye protection; use water fog, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, or carbon dioxide for fire suppression |
