Sorbic acid is a widely used preservative due to its inhibitory properties against fungi and bacteria. It is used in the preservation of foods such as cheeses, yogurts, and wines, as well as in cosmetic and pharmaceutical products, including toothpastes, ointments, and antifungal medications. Explore the advantages of sorbic acid as a preservative in your products through Maian!

What does sorbic acid do?

Sorbic acid acts as a preservative by effectively inhibiting a variety of yeasts, fungi, and bacteria, as well as preventing the development of pathogens in food.

Physicochemical characteristics of sorbic acid

Sorbic acid, with the formula C6H8O2, is an unsaturated fatty acid presented as whitish crystals or powder. Slightly soluble in water, it dissolves readily in alcohols, making it an effective choice for preserving alcoholic beverages such as wine. Its inhibitory activity is related to the product's pH, being more effective in more acidic products, and it maintains stability at high temperatures, making it suitable for products subjected to heating during production.

Advantages of using sorbic acid

• Sorbic acid is a preservative that poses no risk to human health.;
• It is a stable and effective preservative that does not depend on many factors to guarantee its action;
• Sorbic acid is one of the few preservatives available on the market that does not alter the color and taste of food after its addition.

Sorbic acid: uses in every industry

Because it is a highly versatile preservative, sorbic acid can be used in the manufacture of a wide variety of industrial products. Here are some of its applications:

Food industry

• Cheeses
• Wines
• Dried fruit
• Desserts
• Sweets in general
• Margarines
• Tomato sauces
• Mayonnaise
• Various sausages
• Canned foods
• Meats
• Acidic vegetables
• Fruit juices

Cosmetics industry

• Body creams
• Toothpastes
• Ointments
• Gels
• Lotions

Pharmaceutical industry

• Ointments and remedies with antifungal action

Chemical industry

• Latex production in general
• Paper
• Pet food
• Tobacco
• Antifungals for agricultural use