Potassium Sorbate

Potassium Sorbate is a widely used food preservative that helps control the growth of mould, yeast, and selected microorganisms. It works well in acidic and mildly acidic formulations and supports product shelf-life when manufacturers use it under appropriate conditions.

Food and beverage manufacturers use it in dairy products, beverages, sauces, bakery products, confectionery, fruit preparations, and other approved formulations. It also serves applications in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and personal care products.

NOKS Industrial Systems supplies this food-grade preservative from Industrial Area, Nairobi, to customers across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania. We provide food ingredients, specialty chemicals, industrial raw materials, and technical solutions for commercial, manufacturing, and industrial projects across East Africa.

Applications of Potassium Sorbate

• Beverages and fruit drinks
• Dairy products
• Bakery products
• Confectionery
• Jams and fruit preparations
• Sauces and dressings
• Food preservation
• Pharmaceutical formulations
• Cosmetics and personal care products

Key Features & Benefits

Feature	Benefit
Effective preservative	Helps inhibit mould and yeast growth
Water soluble	Allows easy incorporation into many formulations
Broad application range	Supports food, beverage, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic products
Stable formulation ingredient	Supports consistent processing and product quality
Easy handling	Suitable for controlled manufacturing processes

Technical Data Sheet (TDS) of Potassium Sorbate

Parameter	Typical Details
Product Name	Potassium Sorbate
Chemical Name	Potassium (E,E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate
Chemical Formula	C₆H₇KO₂
CAS Number	24634-61-5
Appearance	White to Off-White Granules or Powder
Function	Preservative
Solubility	Soluble in Water
Food Additive Number	E202
Grade	Food Grade / Pharmaceutical / Other Grades, Depending on Specification
Packaging	Bags / Containers, Depending on Requirement

Why Choose NOKS Industrial Systems

• Reliable food ingredient supply
• Consistent product quality
• Food-grade options available
• Bulk quantities available
• Supply across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania
• Technical guidance for product selection
• Convenient supply from Industrial Area, Nairobi

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What is Potassium Sorbate?

Potassium Sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid and a widely used preservative for controlling mould and yeast in suitable formulations.

2. What is it used for?

Manufacturers use it in beverages, dairy products, bakery products, confectionery, fruit preparations, sauces, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics.

3. How does it work as a preservative?

It helps inhibit the growth of mould and yeast, particularly in acidic food and beverage formulations.

4. Is Potassium Sorbate soluble in water?

Yes. It has good water solubility, which makes it convenient for many liquid and aqueous formulations.

5. What is the food additive number?

The food additive designation for potassium sorbate is E202.

6. Can it be used in beverages?

Yes. Suitable food-grade material can support preservation in approved beverage formulations.

7. Is Potassium Sorbate available in bulk?

Yes. NOKS Industrial Systems supplies bulk quantities according to customer requirements.

8. What form does it come in?

It commonly comes as a white to off-white powder or granular material.

9. How should it be stored?

Store it in a cool, dry place in tightly closed packaging and protect it from excessive moisture and contamination.

10. Do you supply across East Africa?

Yes. NOKS Industrial Systems supplies customers across Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Contact NOKS Industrial Systems

NOKS Industrial Systems
Industrial Area, Nairobi, Kenya
Phone: 0142998027
Email: [email protected]