Сорбиновая кислота

Сорбиновая кислота

Sorbic acid is an organic acid of natural origin, white crystalline powder or granules, odorless and tasteless.

Formula

Dissolves well in alcohols, worse in water. Has pronounced antimicrobial and antifungal action. Considered one of the safest preservatives.

C₆H₈O₂

Application

food additive (E200), used as preservative for baked goods, cheeses, juices, sauces, meat and fish products.