Potassium Sorbate

Description

1. Product Overview

Potassium Sorbate is a high-purity potassium salt of sorbic acid, widely recognized for its effective antimicrobial and preservative properties. Its primary industrial use is in food, beverage, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical applications to inhibit the growth of molds, yeasts, and fungi, thereby extending product shelf life. The key value proposition of Potassium Sorbate lies in its safety, stability, and solubility, providing a reliable preservative solution across diverse formulations. Strategically, it enables manufacturers to meet stringent regulatory standards while maintaining product quality and consumer trust. Its broad applicability makes it an essential ingredient in global supply chains where shelf-life optimization and quality assurance are critical.

2. Key Specifications & Technical Characteristics

• Chemical Composition: Potassium sorbate (C₆H₇KO₂)
• Purity Level / Grade: ≥ 99% food/pharma grade
• Physical Characteristics:
  • Form: Fine crystalline powder
  • Color: White to off-white
  • Solubility: Highly soluble in water
  • Density: Approx. 1.44 g/cm³
• Packaging Options:
  • Bulk bags (25–50 kg)
  • Jumbo bags / FIBC (500–1,000 kg)
  • ISO bulk containers available on request
• Shelf Life: Typically 24 months when stored in a cool, dry, airtight environment

3. Core Industrial Applications

Primary Industries:

• Food & Beverage (baked goods, juices, dairy, wine)
• Cosmetics & Personal Care
• Pharmaceuticals
• Animal Feed

Operational Use Cases:

• Preservative in liquid and solid food formulations
• Mold and yeast inhibitor in cosmetic creams and lotions
• Stabilizer in pharmaceutical syrups and suspensions
• Component in animal feed for microbial control

Performance & Advantages:
Potassium Sorbate offers superior solubility, non-toxic profile, and stability under a wide range of pH levels, outperforming alternative preservatives in efficacy and consistency. It ensures longer shelf life and safer storage, reducing spoilage and cost associated with product loss.

4. Competitive Advantages

• Quality Consistency: Batch-level testing with certificate of analysis
• Supply Reliability: Continuous industrial-scale production and inventory
• Logistics Capability: Bulk and containerized delivery options globally
• Price Competitiveness: Cost-effective preservative solution compared to market alternatives
• Sustainability: Non-toxic, environmentally friendly preservative
• Technical Support: Detailed documentation, SDS, and regulatory compliance guidance

Positioned as a strategic sourcing decision, Potassium Sorbate ensures regulatory compliance, enhances product shelf life, and strengthens operational efficiency for industrial manufacturers.

5. Commercial & Supply Information

• Minimum Order Quantity (MOQ): BULK 20MT
• Loading Capacity (MT per container): Approx. 20–22 MT per 20’ ISO tank or bulk container