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Introduction

Food Food Grade Potassium Sorbate, coded E202 (INS202), is a widely used, safe and efficient synthetic preservative in the global food and beverage industry. CAS No.: 24634-61-5, HS Code: 2916190090. The product is approved by FAO/WHO and FDA GRAS, complying with international food safety standards.

We are a domestic original manufacturer and foreign trade supplier, specializing in Food Food Grade Potassium Sorbate with purity ≥99%, available in granular and powder forms. Featuring stable quality, low heavy metal content and no harmful residues, our product delivers excellent antibacterial performance, serving food processing factories, beverage enterprises and food clients all over the world.

Core Product Specifications

Our Food Food Grade Potassium Sorbate strictly complies with FCC, USP and Chinese food additive standards, with standardized physicochemical indicators to meet various export requirements:

• Chemical Name: Potassium Sorbate

• Molecular Formula: C₆H₇KO₂

• Purity: ≥99.0%

• Appearance: White crystalline powder / free-flowing white granules

• Odor & Taste: Odorless; will not affect food flavor under normal dosage

• Water Solubility: Easily soluble in water, dissolves rapidly without precipitation

• Heavy Metals: Lead, arsenic and mercury all meet international food safety limits

• Grade: Food Grade (not industrial grade)

• Packaging: 25kg food-grade kraft paper drum / woven bag with PE inner liner

• Container Loading: Around 18 tons per 20GP container

Product Advantages & Functions

Potassium sorbate E202 has broad-spectrum anti-mold and antibacterial properties, with better safety and practicality compared with traditional preservatives.

1. Strong Antibacterial Effect

It inhibits the reproduction of mold, yeast and spoilage bacteria to prevent food deterioration and extend shelf life, without altering the original color, flavor or nutrition of food.

2. High Safety

Unlike harsh chemical preservatives, potassium sorbate is metabolized into carbon dioxide and water inside human body without toxic residues. It carries no risk of carcinogenicity, teratogenicity or mutagenicity, and is recognized as a green food preservative by global food safety authorities.

3. Wide pH Adaptability

It maintains stable antibacterial activity in acidic to neutral environments (pH 3.0–6.5), suitable for most beverages, dairy products, baked goods and acidic condiments.

4. Stable Physicochemical Properties

It resists high temperature and oxidation, and does not decompose during high-temperature food processing, ensuring consistent preservative performance in finished products.

5. Factory Direct Supply & Cost-Effective

Large-scale integrated production cuts intermediate links with favorable ex-factory prices. Stable stock and fast delivery, customized packaging available to help overseas customers reduce procurement and inventory costs.

Application Fields

Food Food Grade Potassium Sorbate E202 is widely applied in various food processing industries:

• Beverages: Fruit juice, carbonated drinks, tea drinks, mineral water, fruit wine and alcoholic drinks (inhibit secondary fermentation and mold growth)

• Baked Goods: Bread, cakes, pastries, biscuits, mooncakes (anti-mold and anti-spoilage, extend shelf life)

• Dairy Products: Yogurt, cheese, cream, condensed milk (inhibit yeast contamination and preserve freshness)

• Fruit & Vegetable Products: Jam, preserved fruits, pickles, frozen fruits and vegetables

• Condiments: Salad dressing, sauces, vinegar, seasoning paste

• Snack & Confectionery: Gummy candies, candies, puffed food, nut products

• Meat Products: Low-temperature cooked meat, sausages, ham (restrain the growth of spoilage bacteria)

Qualifications & Certifications

Full sets of qualification documents are available for each batch to satisfy customs clearance and market sales requirements in different countries:

• SC Food Production License

• FCC / USP Compliance Certificate

• FSSC22000 Food Safety System Certification

• HALAL & KOSHER Certifications

• Batch-wise COA (Certificate of Analysis)

• Non-GMO and Zero Residue Test Report

Every batch is strictly inspected before shipment. Products meet food import standards of EU, Southeast Asia, Middle East, Africa and America.

Our Strengths

With years of experience in food additive export, we provide one-stop procurement services:

1. Sufficient Production Capacity: Annual output of tens of thousands of tons. Ready stock supports bulk orders and long-term cooperation.

2. Customization Available: Adjust powder/granule particle size, customized packaging and fine-tune indicators.

3. Professional Logistics: Long-term cooperation with shipping lines. FOB Qingdao and CIF to global ports are acceptable.

4. Quick Response: Foreign trade team provides quotation, document sorting and technical support online.

5. Flexible MOQ: Support trial small orders and bulk purchases to meet demands of different customers.

Conclusion

With advantages of safety, high efficiency, stability and wide applicability, Food Food Grade Potassium Sorbate E202 is the preferred preservative solution for modern food industry. Our factory-direct potassium sorbate features high purity, complete certifications, competitive pricing and stable supply. We are a reliable long-term partner for global food processing enterprises and distributors.

If you need samples, the latest wholesale quotation or detailed specification sheet, please feel free to contact us. We look forward to establishing long-term win-win cooperation with clients worldwide!