Potassium sorbate
Potassium sorbate (Sorbic acid potassium) is a highly efficient and nonpoisonous food preservative. Potassium sorbate generally is an effective inhibitor of most molds and yeasts and some bacteria. Potassium sorbate can be used to prepare antimicrobial biodegradable films with sweet potato starch[1][2].
Product Specifications
CAS Number
24634-61-5
Product Name Alternative
Sorbic acid (potassium)
UNSPSC
12352211
Hazard Statement
H302, H315, H319, H335
Target
Antibiotic; Bacterial; Endogenous Metabolite; Fungal
Type
Natural Products
Related Pathways
Anti-infection; Metabolic Enzyme/Protease
Applications
Metabolism-protein/nucleotide metabolism
Field of Research
Infection
Assay Protocol
https://www.medchemexpress.com/sorbate-potassium.html
Purity
98.0
Solubility
DMSO : < 1 mg/mL (ultrasonic; warming; heat to 60°C) |H2O : 50 mg/mL (ultrasonic)
Smiles
C/C=C/C=C/C([O-])=O.[K+]
Molecular Formula
C6H7KO2
Molecular Weight
150.22
Precautions
H302, H315, H319, H335
References & Citations
Shipping Conditions
Room Temperature
Storage Conditions
Store at room temperature, keep dry and cool
Scientific Category
Natural Products
Clinical Information
No Development Reported
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