110-44-1
Product Name:
Sorbic acid
Formula:
C6H8O2
Synonyms:
Sorbic acid;α-trans-γ-trans-Sorbic acid;(E,E)-1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid;trans,trans-2,4-Hexadienoic acid;2,4-Hexadienic acid
Inquiry
CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
| Physical Description | Sorbic acid appears as white powder or crystals. Melting point 134.5 °C. Slightly acidic and astringent taste with a faint odor. |
|---|---|
| Color/Form | Colorless needles or white powder |
| Odor | Relatively odorless |
| Taste | Relatively tasteless |
| Boiling Point | 442 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Melting Point | 274.1 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Flash Point | 260 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Solubility | less than 1 mg/mL at 68 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.204 at 66 °F (NTP, 1992) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Vapor Density | 3.87 (NTP, 1992) - Heavier than air; will sink (Relative to Air) |
| Vapor Pressure | less than 0.01 mmHg at 68 °F ; 9.8 mmHg at 266 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| LogP | log Kow = 1.33 |
| Stability/Shelf Life | Stable under recommended storage conditions. |
| Decomposition | When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. |
| Heat of Combustion | -3107 kJ/mol |
| Surface Tension | 53.5 mN/m at 20 °C (mean surface tension of an aqueous solution of 1 g/L) |
| Ionization Efficiency | Negative |
| Dissociation Constants | 4.5 |
| Kovats Retention Index | 1056 |
| Other Experimental Properties | Sorbic acid begins to sublime above 60 °C. |
| Chemical Classes | Other Classes -> Organic Acids |
SAFETY INFORMATION
| Signal word | Warning |
|---|---|
| Pictogram(s) |
 Exclamation Mark Irritant GHS07 |
| GHS Hazard Statements |
H315:Skin corrosion/irritation H319:Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
| Precautionary Statement Codes |
P264:Wash hands thoroughly after handling. P264:Wash skin thouroughly after handling. P280:Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P302+P352:IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of soap and water. P305+P351+P338:IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continuerinsing. P332+P313:IF SKIN irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313:IF eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. |
COMPUTED DESCRIPTORS
| Molecular Weight | 112.13 g/mol |
|---|---|
| XLogP3 | 1.3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Donor Count | 1 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count | 2 |
| Rotatable Bond Count | 2 |
| Exact Mass | 112.052429494 g/mol |
| Monoisotopic Mass | 112.052429494 g/mol |
| Topological Polar Surface Area | 37.3 Ų |
| Heavy Atom Count | 8 |
| Formal Charge | 0 |
| Complexity | 123 |
| Isotope Atom Count | 0 |
| Defined Atom Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Defined Bond Stereocenter Count | 2 |
| Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count | 0 |
| Covalently-Bonded Unit Count | 1 |
| Compound Is Canonicalized | Yes |
PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
description
Sorbic acid is a white, powdery solid that is sparingly soluble in water but more soluble in alcohol. It is a naturally occurring compound and antimicrobial preservative used to inhibit mold, yeast, and some bacteria in various food products, cosmetics, and pharmaceuticals.
RELATED SUPPLIERS
All suppliers（12）