Product Information

 

Product Name	Sorbic Acid
Certifications	FCC VIII; NF 31; E200, Kosher Certified
Synonyms	2,4-Hexadienoic acid
CAS Number	110-44-1
Molecular Weight	112.12
Molecular Formula	C6H8O2

 

Specifications

 

Appearance	Colorless or white crystalline powder
Identification A & B	Positive
Assay	99 – 101 %
Lead	2.0 ppm max.
Water Content	0.5% max.
Heat Stability	132 – 135 °C
Residue on Ignition	0.2 % max.
Aldehyde (as Formaldehyde)	0.1 % max.
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	10 ppm max.
Arsenic	3.0 ppm max.
Mercury	1.0 ppm max.
Point of Sublimation	80°C
Particle Size	50 – 80 Mesh

 

Packing Options

 

25 kg net bags/cartons; 50 lb net bags/cartons; 600 kg net bags

Other packing options are available upon request

 

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