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Sodium Sorbate

Used in cosmetic products as preservative. Sodium Sorbate is the sodium salt of Sorbic Acid.

Allowed preservative

EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009, Annex V/4.

Annex V/4: 0.6% (acid)

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Sodium sorbate chemical structure, C6H7NaO2, CAS 7757-81-5
Sodium sorbate
CAS 7757-81-5C6H7NaO2
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Sodium sorbate

IUPAC name: sodium (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoate

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Frequently asked questions

What is Sodium Sorbate used for in cosmetics?

Sodium Sorbate is used in cosmetic products as preservative. Sodium Sorbate is the sodium salt of Sorbic Acid.

Is Sodium Sorbate restricted in cosmetics in the EU?

Sodium Sorbate is listed in the annexes of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009: Annex V/4 (allowed preservative). Annex V/4: 0.6% (acid) Always check the full annex entry for the conditions of use.

What is the CAS number of Sodium Sorbate?

Sodium Sorbate is listed with CAS number 7757-81-5 and EC number 231-819-3.

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