FSS Potassium Sorbate
Potassium Sorbate.
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Potassium Sorbate
Potassium salt of sorbic acid (natural fatty acid) It is the natural potassium salt of sorbic acid, which when dissolved in water based products is effective against yeasts, molds and select bacteria. Requires pH of product to be below 6 to be effective Add to the water phase of formulations at a temperature below 60°C (140°F)
We recommend using Potassium Sorbate as a secondary preservative - Potassium Sorbate is not a broad spectrum preservative for cosmetics; however it can be combined our Leucidal Line of Products or with other preservatives. Although Potassium Sorbate is known to be a food grade product, it is sold as a cosmetic grade Potassium Sorbate for cosmetic and personal formulations only.
INCI Nomenclature: Potassium Sorbate
Appearance: White Prills
Suggested Use Levels: 0.1% - 0.5%
Formulating Guidelines: Add to the aqueous phase of the formulation below 60°C
Storage: Protected from direct light and humidity at a temperature of 50°-77°F (10°-25°C)
Shelf life: 12 months from the date of manufacture.
This product should be added to a formulation at the recommended usage rate.
All products sold are cosmetic grade; External Use Only; Cosmetic & Personal Care Formulations Only.
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Our products are for cosmetic and personal care formulations only; External Use Only. We recommend working with a chemist or a formulator if you’re not advanced in formulating.
Statements contained herein have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. These products are not intended to diagnose, treat and cure, or prevent disease.
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