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Potassium Sorbate BP
Abstract:
Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid. It is a white salt that is very soluble in water (58.2% at 20 °C).
Use/Application:
It is primarily used as a food preservative (E number 202). Potassium sorbate is used to inhibit molds and yeasts in many foods, such as cheese, wine, yogurt, dried meats, apple cider, rehydrated fruits, soft drinks and fruit drinks, and baked goods. It acts as a wine stabilizer.
Identity
Chemical Name: Potassium Sorbate
Mol. Formula: C6H7KO2
Mol. Weight: 150.2 g/mol
CAS no.: 590-00-1
Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as white or almost white powder or granules. |
| Identification
Test(A) Test(B) Test(C) Test(D) |
(a) Ultraviolet and visible absorption spectrophotometry (b) Infrared absorption spectrophotometry (c) Specified Test. The residue obtained melts at 132 °C to 136 °C. (d) Specified Test. The solution gives reaction of Potassium. |
| Solubility | Very soluble in water, slightly soluble in ethanol (96%) |
| Appearance of solution | Solution is clear and not more intensely colored than reference solution Y5. |
| Acidity or alkalinity | Specified Test. |
| Aldehydes | Not more than 0.15%, expressed as C2H4O. |
| Loss on drying | Not more than 1.0% |
| Heavy Metals | Not more than 10 ppm |
| Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% (dried substance). |
Shelf life, Storage and Packing
It should be stored in a segregated area in a cool and ventilated place away from combustible materials. Keep in a tightly closed container, sealed until ready for use. It is packed in 25kg or 50kg HDPE bags or drums as required.
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