Potassium Sorbate

Synonym(s)

: Sorbic acid potassium salt, potassium 2,4-hexadienoate

Mol. Formula

: C6H7O2K

EC / List no.

: 246-376-1

CAS no.

: 24634-61-5

Molecular weight

: 150,22

Potassium sorbate is a potassium salt containing sorbate as a counter ion. It has a role as an antimicrobial food preservative. Contains an (E,E)-sorbate.

Application

» This substance is used in the following products: plant protection products and cosmetics and personal care products.
» This substance is used in the following fields: agriculture, forestry and fisheries.
» Used in machine wash liquids/detergents, automotive care products, paints, coatings or adhesives, fragrances and air fresheners.

Product Specifications

Physical and Chemical Properties
» Appears as white crystals or powder.
» It has a characteristic odor.

Properties

Characteristics	Unit	Value	Condition
Melting point	°C	250
Density	g/cm³	1.36	20 °C
Solubility	g/ L	1.95	20 °C, soluble with water
LogP		-1.72	20 °C
Vapor pressure	Pa	0	20 °C
Surface tension	mN/m	72.6	1000 mg/L, 20 °C