POTASSIUM SORBATE

Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of Sorbic acid, a naturally occurring chemical. Sorbic acid is derived from the rowan tree’s colourful berries. Potassium sorbate has been prized for its antibacterial capabilities for decades, and it’s a common food preservative in dried meats, dairy goods, wine, and pastries.

INCI Name- Potassium sorbate

Molecular Formulae- C6H7KO2

Alternative Names- E202, Sorbistat-K, Sorbistat potassium

Purity of the Ingredients- 99%

Country of Origin- India

BENEFITS AND APPLICATIONS-

• Potassium sorbate is mostly used in the food industry as a preservative. Mould and yeast development is inhibited in a variety of foods, including cheese, wine, and yoghurt.
• Cosmetics and personal care items can benefit from these similar preservation characteristics to increase their shelf life.
• In a wide range of products, this blend’s novel composition provides broad-spectrum protection against Gram-positive and Gram-negative bacteria, yeast, and moulds.
• It has a low odour, making it perfect for fragrance-free products.
• It’s compatible with a wide range of skin-care, hair-care, and sun-protection products.
• As an added benefit, it adds moisturising and conditioning properties to serums and cosmetic formulations.
• It is a vegan-friendly and cruelty-free product. It is effective and easy to use.

HOW IT WORKS-

• It works by keeping your DIY formulation free from alterations due to microorganisms like bacteria, yeast, and mould.

• It works by maintaining the optimal pH of your formulation.

CONCENTRATION AND SOLUBILITY-

• It is recommended that it should be used at a concentration of 0.1 to 0.15%.

• It is soluble in water but is insoluble in oil.

HOW TO USE-

• Get your formulation ready.
• Add our potassium sorbate during the cooling phase.
• Give it a good stir and leave it to cool down.