KOR Potassium Sorbate Granules – 800g (Set of 2 400g Jar) | Sorbic Acid | Preservative for Food Products

Description

Potassium salt of sorbic acid (natural fatty acid). In water potassium sorbate releases sorbic acid which is the active agent. Widely used as preservative in foods and cosmetics. White granular, no odor. Easily soluble in cold water. Applications: All kinds of cosmetic products like creams, lotions, shampoos, makeup and sunscreen products. Use: Typical concentration 0.15-0.3 percent (if used alone) or 0.1-0.2 percent (if used in combination with other preservatives).”It’s widely used as a preservative in foods, drinks, and personal care products. It is an odorless and tasteless salt synthetically produced from sorbic acid and potassium hydroxide. Potassium sorbate prolongs the shelf life of foods by stopping the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of a naturally occurring compound known as sorbic acid. Sorbic acid comes from the vibrant berries of the rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia), a type of mountain ash known for its hardiness in cold weather.Potassium sorbate has been valued for decades for its antimicrobial properties, and is an especially effective food preservative found in dehydrated meats, dairy products, wine, and pastries. Potassium sorbate can prevent the growth of fungi, mold, yeast, and other potentially harmful foodborne pathogens.