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Nutrinova® Potassium Sorbate in powder form is a food-grade preservative for high-quality food, beverages, pet food, personal care products, and cosmetics.
Nutrinova® potassium sorbate, the potassium salt of sorbic acid, is renowned for its efficacy against molds, yeast, and a variety of bacteria. Its preservative action is particularly noteworthy in preventing the growth of mycotoxin-forming molds, which pose a significant risk to food safety. Since it boasts excellent water solubility, especially in its granular form, it becomes an ideal choice for applications in products with high water content. This feature is particularly beneficial when using concentrated stock solutions for ease of metering, enhancing process efficiency. Moreover, Nutrinova® potassium sorbate powder is versatile, being available in pharmaceutical grade, which underlines its safety and quality standards that are suitable for sensitive applications. Furthermore, its widespread applicability meets diverse needs across industries ranging from food preservation to pharmaceutical formulations, ensuring reliable and consistent results.
Appearance: White to yellowish-white crystalline powder
Odor: None
Taste: None
Allergens: None
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, less soluble in ethyl alcohol
Manufactured in a single-use production plant
Shelf Life: 3 years
Microbial spoilage in high-moisture and liquid-based food products
Preservative instability in liquid and high-water-activity systems
Yeast fermentation and gas buildup in high-sugar and acidic foods
Mold contamination on cheese, processed meats, and semimoist pet treats
Difficulty preserving dry and powdered food products
Limited consumer and retailer acceptance of harsh chemical preservatives
Preservative inefficiency in pet food and treats with high fat and protein content
High production costs from inefficient preservation systems
applications. This characteristic allows it to fully dissolve in products such as juice, dairy, liquid-based pet foods, and sauces, ensuring even and effective microbial protection. Moreover, it provides broad-spectrum antimicrobial protection against molds, yeasts, and select bacteria, effectively preventing spoilage across various sectors, including dairy, bakery, sauces, fruit-based foods, processed meats, and semimoist pet food and treats. While it has strong preservative capabilities, it does not alter the taste, texture, or aroma of the food products, thereby maintaining the integrity and sensory appeal of both clean-label human food and pet food formulations. Additionally, Nutrinova® Potassium Sorbate Powder complies with international food safety standards, including those set by FDA, EFSA, AAFCO, and Codex Alimentarius, allowing for its widespread use in food and pet food globally. Optimized for high-sugar and acidic environments, it effectively prevents issues such as fermentation, bloating, and spoilage in fruit-based foods, syrups, and pet treats. Its fine powder format also facilitates easy blending in dry mixes and powdered applications, making it ideal for products like baking premixes, spice blends, dry soups, powdered pet supplements, and freeze-dried pet treats. This surface protection capability also extends the shelf life and ensures a mold-free appearance for cheese, cured meats, and semi-moist pet treats like sausages and jerky snacks. Furthermore, it aids in cost-efficient preservation by delivering strong microbial control at low concentrations, which helps manufacturers reduce ingredient costs without compromising product safety. Lastly, being a clean-label compatible preservative, it is free from synthetic additives, allergens, GMOs, and oxidation concerns, making it especially attractive for premium human and pet food brands.
Potassium sorbate is a versatile preservative commonly used in a wide range of products. In the dairy industry, it is effectively used in products such as cheese and yogurt to inhibit the growth of mold and yeast, thereby extending the shelf life. Fat emulsions, such as mayonnaise and salad dressings, benefit from potassium sorbate’s ability to maintain both flavor and freshness without altering the texture or taste. Similarly, baked goods, such as bread and cakes, remain free from spoilage and maintain quality, while potassium sorbate’s role in fruit and vegetable products ensures that canned and preserved items retain their integrity by preventing fermentation. Moreover, it is a key ingredient in preserving meat products and fish preserves, ensuring safety and quality by preventing bacterial growth. In beverage production, particularly in nonalcoholic drinks and fruit juices, this preservative maintains product stability by staving off spoilage. Sauces, another popular application, see benefits from its antimicrobial properties, ensuring consistency in taste and safety. It should be noted that potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS), but the maximum acceptable daily intake for humans is 25 milligrams per kilogram (mg per kg) of body weight per day, as gastrointestinal discomfort may be experienced. Additionally, potassium sorbate is equally effective in pet food and animal feed, especially those that are moist and semimoist, safeguarding against microbial contamination.
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