Potassium Sorbate

• CAT Number: R062202
• CAS Number: 24634-61-5
• Molecular Formula: C6H7O2K
• Molecular Weight: 150.218
• Purity: ≥95%
• Storage: Store at -20°C
• IUPAC Name: potassium;(2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O2.K/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8;/h2-5H,1H3,(H,7,8);/q;+1/p-1/b3-2+,5-4+
• InChIKey: CHHHXKFHOYLYRE-STWYSWDKSA-M
• SMILES: CC=CC=CC(=O)[O-].[K+]

Potassium sorbate (Cat.No:R062202) is a food preservative widely used to inhibit the growth of molds, yeasts, and bacteria in food products. It is a potassium salt of sorbic acid, a naturally occurring compound found in some fruits. Potassium sorbate helps extend the shelf life of foods by preventing spoilage and maintaining product quality.