CAS 590-00-1: Potassium sorbate

Description: Potassium sorbate, with the CAS number 590-00-1, is a widely used food preservative known for its ability to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and some bacteria. It is the potassium salt of sorbic acid and is typically presented as a white to off-white crystalline powder or granules. This compound is highly soluble in water, making it effective in various aqueous solutions. Potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by regulatory agencies when used within specified limits, and it is commonly found in a variety of food products, including baked goods, dairy items, and beverages. In addition to its applications in the food industry, it is also utilized in cosmetics and personal care products for its antimicrobial properties. The substance is stable under normal conditions but can degrade when exposed to high temperatures or strong acids. Its effectiveness as a preservative is attributed to its ability to disrupt cellular processes in microorganisms, thereby extending the shelf life of products.

Formula: C₆H₇KO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C6H8O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8;/h2-5H,1H3,(H,7,8);/q;+1/p-1/b3-2-,5-4-;

InChI key: InChIKey=OXPHNMOARHEBGH-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: [K].O=C(O)C=CC=CC

Synonyms:

• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, potassium salt (1:1)
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, potassium salt, (2E,4E)-
• Hexa-2,4-dienoate de potassium
• Potassium sorbate
• Sorbate, Potassium
• Potassium sarbate
• potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, potassium salt, (E,E)-
• potassium (2Z,4Z)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
• potassium (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
• 2,4-potassium hexadienoic acid
• (E,E)-hexadienoic acid, potassium salt
• 2,4-Potassium Sorbate
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid potassium salt

Potassium Sorbate

CAS: 24634-61-5 590-00-1

Potassium sorbate

• Formula: C₆H₇KO₂
• Color and Shape: White Granular
• Molecular weight: 150.00831