Sorbic acid NEW

1. Product Identification

• Chemical Name: Sorbic Acid

• Synonyms: 2,4-Hexadienoic Acid

• CAS Number: 110-44-1

• EINECS Number: 203-768-7

• Molecular Formula: C₆H₈O₂

• Molecular Weight: 112.13 g/mol

2. Description

Sorbic Acid is an unsaturated fatty acid widely used as a preservative due to its ability to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi. It appears as a white to off-white crystalline powder with a slight characteristic odor.

• Industrial Grade: Typically used in non-food applications such as coatings, resins, adhesives, feed additives, and other industrial processes.

• Food Grade: Complies with international food additive specifications (FCC, E200), widely used in food, beverage, and feed industries as a preservative.

3. Specifications

Food Grade (FCC/E200):

• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder

• Assay (C₆H₈O₂): ≥ 99.0%

• Melting Range: 132 – 135 °C

• Water (Karl Fischer): ≤ 0.5%

• Aldehydes (as formaldehyde): ≤ 0.1%

• Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 10 ppm

• Arsenic (As): ≤ 3 ppm

• Lead (Pb): ≤ 2 ppm

• Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.2%

• Color (APHA): ≤ 20

Industrial Grade:

• Appearance: White to off-white crystalline powder

• Assay (C₆H₈O₂): ≥ 98.0%

• Melting Range: 132 – 135 °C

• Water (Karl Fischer): ≤ 1.0%

• Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 20 ppm

• Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.3%

• Color (APHA): ≤ 50

4. Applications

• Food Grade:

• Bakery products

• Dairy products and cheese

• Beverages, juices, and wines

• Meat, seafood, and processed foods

• Animal feed additives

• Industrial Grade:

• Coatings and resins

• Adhesives and sealants

• Industrial preservatives for non-food uses

• Synthesis intermediate in pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals

5. Packaging

• Standard Packaging: 25 kg fiber drums, cartons, or bags with inner polyethylene liners.

• Customized packaging: Available on request.

6. Storage & Shelf Life

• Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight, heat sources, and moisture.

• Shelf Life: 24 months from production date under recommended storage conditions.

7. Safety & Handling

• Hazard Classification: Not classified as hazardous under normal handling conditions.

• Personal Protection: Use gloves, safety glasses, and protective clothing in industrial settings.

• First Aid Measures:

• Inhalation: Move to fresh air.

• Skin contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and water.

• Eye contact: Rinse with water for several minutes.

• Ingestion: Rinse mouth and seek medical advice if symptoms persist.

• Regulatory Information: Food Grade Sorbic Acid complies with FCC, EU Regulation (E200), and other international food additive standards.

8. Quality Assurance

All production batches undergo strict quality control testing to ensure compliance with industrial and food-grade specifications. Certificates of Analysis (COA) are provided with each shipment.