Sorbic Acid

Product Description

Sorbic acid, or 2,4-hexadienoic acid, is a natural organic compound used as a food preservative. It has the chemical formula C6H8O2. It is a colourless solid that is slightly soluble in water and sublimes readily. 

We are pleased to offer sorbic acid to our interested customers. It is a naturally found organic compound that is primarily used in the food industry as a preservative. It has also been popularly employed in some pharmaceutical applications and in topical medications because of its antimicrobial properties. Sorbic acid is also used as a preservative in creams, oils, and ointments. It is instrumental in preventing spoilage of the product. It is also employed in oral medications and as a preservative in skin care products. It is also used in processed meats as an alternative to preservation using nitrites.