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Sorbic Acid USP
Abstract
Sorbic Acid is the trans isomer of 2,4-Hexadienoic Acid and is commonly used as a food preservative. It is used as a food additive and is known by the E number E200.
Use/Application
Sorbic Acid and its salts are commonly used as preservatives to prevent the growth of molds, yeasts, fungi in foods and drinks. Sorbic acid is used in acid and slightly acidic foods such as yoghurt and other fermented dairy products, fruit salads, confectionery, lemonade, cheese, rye bread, cakes and bakery products, pizza, shellfish, lemon juice, wine, cider and soups for preserving them.
Identity
Chemical Name: Sorbic Acid
Mol. Formula: C6H8O2
Mol. Weight: 112.13 g/mol
CAS No.: 110-44-1
Specifications:
| Test | Specification |
| Characters | It occurs as a free flowing, white, crystalline powder, having a characteristic odor. |
| Identification
A) Test A B) Test B |
A) Infrared Absorption B) A 1-in-400,000 solution in isopropyl alcohol exhibits an absorbance maximum at 254 ± 2 nm. |
| Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and in ether, slightly soluble in water. |
| Residue on ignition | Not more than 0.2% |
| Heavy metals | Not more than 10 ppm |
| Melting range or temperature | 132°C–135°C |
| Water determination | Not more than 0.5% |
| Residual solvents | No solvents are used in the manufacturing process. |
| Assay | Not less than 99.0% and not more than 101.0% of C6H8O2, calculated on the anhydrous basis |
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.
Other
We Manufacture Bulk Dugs/API, Excipients, pharmaceuticals (IP/BP/USP/NF/PH. EUR./JP), Speciality Chemicals (Pure/AR/ACS), mineral fortifiers (FCC). our manufacturing facility is GLP, GMP (FDA) approved, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 22000, FSSC 22000, FSSAI, kosher, halal, COPP and WHO-GMP certified.
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