Sorbic Acid FCC IV CAS 110-44-1

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Model: MOS110-44-1
Brand Name: MOSINTER
CAS No.: 110-44-1
Appearance: Colorless crystals or white crystalline powder
Purity %≥: 99
Oxalate ≤: 110ppm
Heavy Metal(Pb) ≤: 10ppm
Residue on ignition %≤: 0.2
Moisture %≤: 0.5

Sorbic Acid (FCC IV) (CAS: 110-44-1)

 

Item Index
Appearance Sorbic Acid (FCC IV) (CAS: 110-44-1)
Purity %≥ 99
Moisture %≤ 0.5
Heavy metals ≤ 10ppm
Melting ℃ 132-135
Residue on ignition %≤ 0.2

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. It was first isolated from the unripe berries of the rowan tree (Sorbus aucuparia), hence its name.

Production

The traditional route to sorbic acid involves condensation of malonic acid and trans-butenal. It can also be prepared from isomeric hexadienoic acids, which are available via a nickel-catalyzed reaction of allyl chloride, acetylene, and carbon monoxide. The route used commercially, however, is from crotonaldehyde and ketene. An estimated 30,000 tons are produced annually.

Properties and uses

With a pKa of 4.76, it is about as acidic as acetic acid.

Sorbic acid and its salts, such as sodium sorbate, potassium sorbate, and calcium sorbate, are antimicrobial agents often used as preservatives in food and drinks to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi. In general the salts are preferred over the acid form because they are more soluble in water, but it is the acid form that is active. The optimal pH for the antimicrobial activity is below pH 6.5. Sorbates are generally used at concentrations of 0.025% to 0.10%. Adding sorbate salts to food will, however, raise the pH of the food slightly so the pH may need to be adjusted to assure safety. It is found in many other foods, such as cheeses and breads.

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