The free-acid form of sorbate, used where sodium or potassium load must stay low. Food grade, FCC. Available ex-stock UAE.
CAS No.
110-44-1
Formula
C6H8O2
Grade
Food grade, FCC
Packing
20 kg or 25 kg carton
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Sorbic Acid is the free-acid form of sorbate, used where sodium or potassium load must stay low. We carry it within our preservatives line and supply it to manufacturers across the UAE, the GCC and East Africa.
It is supplied as white free-flowing powder or granules, in food grade, FCC, with an assay of 99.0–101.0%. The CAS number is 110-44-1 and the molecular formula is C6H8O2.
Applications of Sorbic Acid
Where it is used:
Fat-continuous systems such as margarine and spreads where the acid form disperses better
Surface spray and dip treatment of cheese and cured meats
Bakery fillings, icings and fruit preparations
Wine and cider stabilisation against refermentation
Packing, storage and handling
Standard packing is 20 kg or 25 kg carton. Store in cool, dry, protected from light. Shelf life is 24 months from the date of manufacture when stored as specified.
Buying Sorbic Acid in the UAE
Technical specification for Sorbic Acid
CAS No.
110-44-1
Formula
C6H8O2
Appearance
White free-flowing powder or granules
Grade
Food grade, FCC
Purity / Assay
99.0–101.0%
Melting range
132–135 °C
Water content
0.5% max
Effective pH range
below 6.5
Packing
20 kg or 25 kg carton
Storage
Cool, dry, protected from light
Shelf life
24 months
Values are typical for the grade we stock. Please confirm the required specification with our sales team.
Fat-continuous systems such as margarine and spreads where the acid form disperses better
Surface spray and dip treatment of cheese and cured meats
Bakery fillings, icings and fruit preparations
Wine and cider stabilisation against refermentation
What packing is Sorbic Acid supplied in?
Sorbic Acid is supplied in 20 kg or 25 kg carton. Other pack sizes can be arranged for container quantities — tell us what suits your plant.
Which grade of Sorbic Acid do you stock?
We supply food grade, FCC. If you work to a different specification, send it across — a large part of what we supply is sourced to the customer's own standard.
Can you deliver Sorbic Acid outside the UAE?
Yes. We ship to Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Bahrain by road and consolidated container, and to East and West African ports on CIF terms.
