Preservatives
Potassium Sorbate E202
Potassium sorbate E202 is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, used globally as a broad-spectrum antimicrobial preservative in food and beverage manufacturing. It inhibits the growth of molds, yeasts, and select bacteria, extending product shelf life without altering taste, color, or odor at standard use levels.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Potassium Sorbate |
| E-Number / INS | E202 |
| CAS Number | 24634-61-5 |
| Chemical Formula | C₆H₇KO₂ |
| Grade | Food Grade / FCC |
| Assay (dry basis, as C₆H₇KO₂) | 98.0% – 101.0% |
| Appearance | White to off-white granules or powder |
| Loss on Drying | ≤ 1.0% |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤ 10 ppm |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤ 3 ppm |
| Free Acid (as Sorbic Acid) | ≤ 0.1% |
| Acidity / Alkalinity | ≤ 1.0% |
| pH (1% Aqueous Solution) | 7.0 – 8.0 |
| Solubility | Freely soluble in water |
| Shelf Life | 24 months from production, stored in original sealed packaging |
| Storage | Cool, dry place, away from direct sunlight |
| Packaging | 25 kg bags [Add other formats you offer] |
Specifications are indicative and may vary according to production, grade and batch. Final specifications and CoA will be confirmed and provided prior to each order.
Applications
Bakery & Pastries: Inhibits mold in bread, cakes, and doughs to extend shelf life.
Beverages & Wine: Prevents secondary fermentation in wine and stabilizes fruit juices and soft drinks against yeast spoilage.
Dairy & Cheese: Controls surface mold growth on cheese and extends stability in yogurt and other dairy formulations.
Sauces & Dressings: Protects water-based sauces, dressings, and condiments from mold and yeast contamination during shelf life.
Fruit Preparations: Preserves jams, fillings, and fruit-based preparations against microbial spoilage without affecting flavor.
Dried & Processed Foods: Used in dried fruits, pickles, and processed foods where sorbate preservatives are permitted, to maintain product safety and quality.
Documentation Available
Certificate of Analysis (CoA)
Safety Data Sheet (SDS)
Technical Data Sheet (TDS)
Certificate of Origin
Halal / Kosher (on request)
ISO / GMP certification (on request)
Packaging & Supply
Standard: 25 kg multi-wall paper bags
Palletized or bulk container loading available
Private label / custom packaging on request for qualified volumes
Frequently Asked Questions
It is a food-grade preservative used to inhibit mold and yeast growth in bakery products, beverages, dairy, sauces, and fruit preparations, extending shelf life without changing taste or appearance.
Food-grade potassium sorbate typically meets an assay of 98.0%–101.0% on a dry basis, in line with FCC/food-grade specifications.
Yes. It is freely soluble in water, which is one of the main reasons it is preferred over sorbic acid in beverage and liquid food applications.
Yes. We supply potassium sorbate in bulk to food and beverage manufacturers, distributors, and importers. Contact us with your required quantity, packaging, and destination for a quotation.
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Potassium sorbate
Food-grade preservative (E202) for bakery, beverages, dairy, sauces and fruit preparations.
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