features of Sorbic acid
1 good antifungal effect . Sorbic acid and potassium benzoate was significantly higher than mildew and salt , potassium sorbate antifungal effect is 5-10 times sodium benzoate . Sorbic acid dosage is generally between 0.2-1.0 g / kg.
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2 . Products with low toxicity and high safety. Sorbate toxicity benzoate only 1/4 . Salt 1/2. Potassium sorbate and safe use in humans ranges : the amount per kg of body weight per day is not more than 25 mg.
3 does not change food characteristics. Sorbic acid is an unsaturated fatty acid into the body, the body’s metabolic processes involved , the metabolic products of carbon dioxide and water. So , sorbic acid can be seen as part of the food , in food applications , not undermine food color , smell, taste and nutrients.
4 . Broad range of applications . Sorbic acid and potassium can be used for beverages, wine , spices , meat , aquatic products, pickles and other food preservative among fresh fruits and also have an effect.
5. Easy to use. When using sorbic acid and potassium salt can be added directly , or can be sprayed or impregnated . It is because of its use of flexible features , so the FAO , the World Health Organization, the United States, Britain , Japan and China , Southeast Asian countries, sorbic acid and potassium are recommended as a variety of food preservative .