Sorbic Acid CAS 110-44-1
Product Name: 2,4-Hexadienoic acid
CAS: 110-44-1
Molecular Formula: C6H8O2
Molecular Weight: 112.128
Synonyms: crotylidene acetic acid;(E,E)-2,4-hexadienoic acid;hexa-2,4-dienoic acid;hexadienoic acid
Sorbic acid, or 2,4-hexadienoic acid CAS 110-44-1, is a natural organic compound used as a food preservative. Sorbic acid has the chemical formula C6H8O2. Sorbic acid is a colourless solid that is slightly soluble in water and sublimes readily. Sorbic acid was first isolated from the unripe berries of the rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia), hence its name.
Specification
| Item | Standard |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder |
| Identification | Conforms |
| Heat Stability | Not change in color after heating for 90 minutes at 105°C |
| Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
| Purity | 99.0-101.0% |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| Melting Range (°C) | 132-135 |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤0.2% |
| Aldehydes (as Formaldehyde) | 0.1% Max |
| Lead (Pb) | ≤5 mg/kg |
| Arsenic (As) | ≤2 mg/kg |
| Mercury (Hg) | ≤1 mg/kg |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤10 mg/kg |
* Please refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.
Application
Sorbic Acid is soluble in water and can be used as Preservatives. Sorbic Acid can be widely used as food
ingredient or food additive in our daily life. Sorbic Acid is mainly used in food, beverages, tobacco, pesticides,
cosmetics and other industries.
As an unsaturated acid,Sorbic Acid also can be used in resins, spices and rubber industry.
Packing
25kg plastic bag or according to the request of the customers.
Storage & Transport
Stored in cool and airy place; away from fire and heat; handle with care; no breakage, avoid leakage
This is classified as as a Common Good for transport.
Please refer to MSDS for more information about Safety, Storage and Transportation.
