Potassium Sorbate | CAS 24634-61-5 | E202, Preservative - - PREMIUM INGREDIENT

Potassium Sorbate | CAS 24634-61-5 | E202, Food Grade Preservative

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Basic Information

Potassium Sorbate
E Code	E202
CAS Number	24634-61-5
EINECS Number	246-376-1
Molecular Formula	C₆H₇KO₂
Molecular Weight	150.22
Appearance	White granular or crystalline powder
Odor	Odorless or slight characteristic odor
Solubility	Easily soluble in water, soluble in ethanol
Available Grade	Food Grade; Feed Grade
Executive Standard	FCC, USP, E202, GB Standard
Purity	99.0%–101.0%

Product Overview

Potassium Sorbate E202 is the potassium salt form of Sorbic Acid E200, recognized as one of the safest and most widely used E-series food preservatives globally. Compared with Sorbic Acid E200, Potassium Sorbate E202 features excellent water solubility, easy dispersion and convenient application.

Potassium Sorbate E202 exerts strong inhibitory effects on mold, yeast and aerobic bacteria, effectively preventing food and feed spoilage. It retains the original flavor, color and nutrition of products without peculiar smell, suitable for most acidic and neutral food systems.

Key Product Characteristics

1.food grade safe preservative with low toxicity

2.Excellent water solubility, easy to dissolve and use

3.High efficiency against mold, yeast and spoilage bacteria

4.No strange odor, does not affect product taste and color

5.Wider application range than Sorbic Acid E200

6.Stable thermal performance during food processing

7.Available in food grade and feed grade Potassium Sorbate E202

Main Functions in foods

Mold Inhibition: Potassium Sorbate strongly suppresses mold growth in high-moisture food

Yeast Inhibition: prevents yeast over-fermentation and product deterioration

Bacteria Suppression: inhibits aerobic spoilage bacteria to reduce contamination risk

Fresh-Keeping & Shelf Extension: Potassium Sorbate effectively extends storage and shelf life of various foods

Application in foods

Carbonated drinks, fruit juices, tea beverages, wine, yogurt and dairy products, bakery goods, jams, preserves, pickles, sauces, canned fruits and vegetables, processed meat products, snacks and confectionery, all suitable for Potassium Sorbate E202 preservation.

Potassium Sorbate vs Sorbic Acid: Key Differences

Product	Similarity	Main Difference	Typical Focus
Potassium Sorbate E202	Same antibacterial and preservative principle, safe E-series food additive	Potassium salt form, high water solubility, easy to use, wider pH adaptation	First choice for beverages, dairy, sauces, high-moisture liquid and semi-liquid foods
Sorbic Acid E200	Same antibacterial and preservative principle, safe E-series food additive	Acid form, poor water solubility, suitable for strong acidic systems	Solid bakery, low-moisture food, feed mildew prevention

Packaging & Storage

Packaging: 25kg cardboard drum / 25kg carton / 25kg kraft bag

Storage Condition: Store in cool, dry, ventilated place. Keep tightly sealed, avoid moisture, direct sunlight and high temperature for E202 products.

Shelf Life: 24 months under standard storage conditions

Index item	FCC-V	GB13736-92
Content %	98.0-101.0	98.0-102.0
Clarity	—	Passes test
Free acid(in sorbic acid)≤%	Passes test	—
Free alkali (in K₂CO₃)≤%	Passes test	Passes test
Loss on drying ≤%	1	1
Chloride(in Cl) ≤%	—	0.018
Sulfate(in S0₄) ≤%	—	0.038
Heavy metal(in lead) ≤%	—	0.001
Aldehyde(in HCHO) ≤%	—	0.001
Arsenic(in As₂O₂)Content≤%	0.0002	0.0003
Lead ≤mg/kg	2	—

Product Name:Potassium sorbate

Other Name:2,4-Hexadienoic acid,potassium salt (1:1),(2E,4E)-;Sorbic acid,potassium salt;2,4-Hexadienoic acid,potassium salt,(E,E)-;2,4-Hexadienoic acid,potassium salt,(2E,4E)-;Potassium sorbate;E 202;Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate;E 202 (preservative);K 60/95;PO 300;16577-94-9

CAS No.:24634-61-5

Molecular Formula:C6H8O2.K

InChIKeys:InChIKey=OXPHNMOARHEBGH-STWYSWDKSA-N

Molecular Weight:150.22

Exact Mass:150.008316

EC Number:246-376-1

HScode:2916190090

Categories: Preservative

PSA: 40.1 Å²

XLogP3: -0.13140

Appearance: White to light granules

Density: 1,361 g/cm3

Melting Point: >270 °C (decomp)

Boiling Point: 233°C at 760 mmHg

Flash Point: 139.9ºC

Water Solubility: H2O: 1 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless to faintly yellow

Storage Conditions: 2-8°C

Vapor Pressure: <1 Pa (20 °C)

Toxicity: LD50 orally in Rabbit: 3800 mg/kg

Odor: Characteristic odor

Classification of the substance or mixture

Eye irritation, Category 2

GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Precautionary statement(s)
Pictogram(s)
Signal word	Warning
Hazard statement(s)	H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Prevention	P264 Wash … thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/…
Response	P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Storage	none
Disposal	none

Other hazards which do not result in classification

no data available

Precautions for safe handling

Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store the container tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store apart from foodstuff containers or incompatible materials.