Sorbic Acid (Food Grade)
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Food Ingredients

Sorbic Acid (Food Grade)

Premium food grade sorbic acid and its salts including potassium sorbate for natural food preservation. This effective antimicrobial preservative extends shelf life in baked goods, beverages, and processed foods while maintaining natural appeal and safety standards.

  • Natural Antimicrobial Preservative
  • Effective Shelf Life Extension
  • Wide pH Range Activity
  • GRAS Status (Generally Recognized as Safe)
  • Multiple Salt Forms Available
  • Professional Food Grade
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Sorbic Acid
E Number: E200
CAS Number: 110-44-1
Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₂
Molecular Weight: 112.13 g/mol
Physical State: White crystalline powder
Odor: Slightly acetic
Solubility: Slightly water-soluble
pH (saturated solution): 3.4
Melting Point: 132-135°C
Purity: ≥99%
Packaging: 25kg kraft bags

Applications

Baked Goods
Dairy Products
Beverages
Fruit Preparations
Processed Meats
Confectionery
Sauces & Dressings
Cosmetics
Antimicrobial Agent
Food Preservation
Natural Preservative
Shelf Life Extension

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized sorbic acid grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal preservative performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food formulations.

Food Grade
Purity: ≥99% Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm Ash Content: ≤0.2% Application: Food preservation
Bakery Grade
Activity: High antimold Heat stability: Good pH tolerance: Wide range Application: Bread, pastries
Beverage Grade
Solubility: Enhanced Yeast inhibition: Effective Clarity: High Application: Juices, wines
Cosmetic Grade
Purity: ≥99.5% Skin compatibility: Tested Microbial limits: Low Application: Personal care

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Sorbic Acid is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent preservation performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & EU Preservative Standards
Broad Spectrum Antimicrobial
Advanced Purity Testing
High Chemical Purity
Heat Stable Properties
Certificate of Analysis
Sustainable Production

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Sorbic Acid exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food preservation applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise antimicrobial characteristics ensure reliable performance in demanding food preservation and mold inhibition applications.

Analytical Properties
Purity: ≥ 99.0%
Loss on Drying: ≤ 0.5%
pH (1% solution): 3.6-4.2
Melting Point: 132-135°C
Physical Properties
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Solubility (Water, 20°C): 1.6 g/L
Particle Size: 95% through 80 mesh
Bulk Density: 0.5-0.7 g/cm³
Antimicrobial Performance
Antimicrobial Activity: Effective against yeasts and molds
MIC (Typical yeasts): 0.01-0.05% w/w
Usage Level: 0.05-0.3% typical
pH Effectiveness: Most effective below pH 6.5
Purity Specifications
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Lead: ≤ 2 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 3 ppm
Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.2%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 36 months (unopened)
Heat Stability: Stable up to melting point
Light Stability: Stable under normal conditions
Chemical Stability: Excellent in acidic foods

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Sorbic Acid superiority in food preservation with exceptional antimicrobial efficiency, broad spectrum activity against yeasts and molds, and outstanding stability across diverse food preservation applications.

Antimicrobial Excellence

Efficiency: Superior yeast and mold control

Outstanding preservation performance
Natural Origin

Originally isolated from mountain ash berries

Natural antimicrobial heritage
Heat Stability

Stable during thermal processing

Maintains activity during heating
Usage Efficiency

Effective at 0.05-0.3% concentrations

Highly cost-effective
Regulatory Approval

GRAS status and global regulatory acceptance

Widely approved preservative
Low Solubility Advantage

Provides sustained antimicrobial release

Extended preservation action

Safety Information

GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) food preservative with established usage levels and excellent safety profile. Handle with standard food safety practices including clean handling equipment, proper storage conditions, and adherence to Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

GRAS Status
Food Safe
Natural Heritage

Storage & Handling

Store in original sealed containers in a cool, dry area away from strong odors and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and maintain product quality. Use clean, dry handling equipment to prevent contamination.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Dry conditions (RH < 65%)
Original sealed packaging
Protect from direct sunlight

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Sorbic acid functions as a natural antimicrobial preservative through unsaturated fatty acid structure, creating broad-spectrum antimicrobial activity for food preservation through enzyme inhibition and membrane disruption mechanisms.

Enzyme Inhibition

Inhibits key microbial enzymes disrupting cellular metabolism

Prevents microbial growth and reproduction
Membrane Interaction

Disrupts cell membrane integrity and transport systems

Effective against yeasts, molds, and bacteria
pH Dependency

Optimal activity in acidic conditions below pH 6.5

Enhanced effectiveness in acidic food systems
Synergistic Effects

Enhanced preservation when combined with other preservatives

Optimizes complete preservation systems

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international food safety standards and natural preservative approval requirements.

FDA GRAS Status

Generally Recognized as Safe for food applications

E200 Approval

European food additive approval for preservative applications

HACCP Certified

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points system

Codex Alimentarius

International food preservative standards compliance

Natural Origin

Naturally occurring preservative with clean label appeal

Allergen-Free

Free from major allergens for sensitive consumers

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food technology team provides comprehensive preservation support, antimicrobial application guidance, and technical services to optimize sorbic acid performance in your specific food applications.

Preservation Science
  • Antimicrobial efficacy testing
  • Shelf life extension studies
  • pH optimization guidance
  • Custom preservation solutions
Analytical Services
  • Sorbic acid content analysis
  • Microbiological testing
  • pH impact assessment
  • Stability studies
Technical Support
  • Application troubleshooting
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Quality control protocols
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
Supply Solutions
  • Custom concentration formulations
  • Flexible packaging options
  • Just-in-time delivery
  • Technical documentation packages

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our sorbic acid production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable synthesis processes, renewable feedstock utilization, and comprehensive waste management for food industry applications.

Renewable Sources

Derived from sustainable crotonaldehyde and ketene sources

Water Management

Closed-loop processing with water treatment and recycling

Green Chemistry

Environmentally friendly synthesis and purification

Biodegradability

Complete biodegradation in environmental conditions

Carbon Footprint

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions through process optimization

Packaging Sustainability

Recyclable and reduced packaging materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art food ingredient manufacturing facility employs advanced synthesis technology to ensure consistent sorbic acid quality and antimicrobial effectiveness across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced synthesis in controlled food-grade environment

Precise purity and concentration control
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including purity, activity, and microbiological safety

Real-time monitoring and batch verification
Food Safety Systems

HACCP and ISO 22000 food safety management systems

Continuous improvement and preventive controls
Packaging Control

Light-protected packaging with contamination prevention

Quality preservation and product integrity

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating sorbic acid effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and preservation validations.

Dairy Products
Mold Prevention: 99.9% effectiveness Shelf Life: 200% extension Quality Maintenance: Preserved freshness
Beverages
Yeast Control: 95% inhibition Flavor Preservation: Maintained quality Stability: Extended shelf life
Baked Goods
Mold Inhibition: Complete prevention Freshness: Extended quality retention Safety: Pathogen prevention

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Efficacy

Consistently high-purity sorbic acid with exceptional antimicrobial effectiveness and stability

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with sustainable synthesis and flexible production scheduling

Preservation Expertise

Dedicated food scientists provide antimicrobial optimization and preservation system support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with purity data and food safety compliance documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with FDA, EU, and Codex standards for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom preservation solutions