Ingredient · E202

Potassium Sorbate Added

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Potassium sorbate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, …

What it is

Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid. It is a synthetic compound often produced from sorbic acid, which can be derived from fruits like rowan berries. It is commonly manufactured through chemical synthesis.

Why it's used

Potassium sorbate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria in foods. It is effective in acidic conditions and is frequently found in baked goods, cheeses, wine, yogurt, and dried fruits.

Health notes

Potassium sorbate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use as a food additive. International bodies like JECFA and EFSA have also evaluated potassium sorbate and established acceptable intake levels. While generally considered safe, some individuals may experience mild allergic reactions or sensitivities, though this is uncommon.

Allergen info

Not a major allergen. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Potassium Sorbate Added

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Mac-Pea Salad FAREWAY Mac-Pea Salad Deli Salads 137kcal 3Protein 6.8Fat 16Carbs ACH Food Companies, Inc. Weber, Grill Spray Vegetable & Cooking Oils 0kcal 0Protein 0Fat 0Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Lunchables, Extra Cheesy Pizza Lunch Combinations Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 28% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 285kcal 11.5Protein 6.9Fat 42.3Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Pepperoni Walking Pizza Lunch Snacks & Combinations High in sodium — 30% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 302kcal 12.5Protein 14.6Fat 30.2Carbs Smucker's, Squeeze, Reduced Sugar, Strawberry Reduced Sugar Spread The J.M. Smucker Company Smucker's, Squeeze, Reduced Sugar, Strawberry Reduced Sugar Spread Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 118kcal 0Protein 0Fat 35.3Carbs Ergomat Inc. Fruits Of The Forest Jam With Extra Fruit Jam, Jelly & Fruit Spreads 178kcal 5.6Protein 0Fat 44.4Carbs Dried Blueberries Wal-Mart Stores, Inc. Dried Blueberries Wholesome Snacks 350kcal 0Protein 0Fat 85Carbs Colony Brands, Inc. Carrot Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 519kcal 3.7Protein 33.3Fat 59.3Carbs Colony Brands, Inc. Cake Bites, Very Cherry Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 517kcal 3.5Protein 31.0Fat 62.1Carbs Sun Dried Figs Fresh Gourmet Company Sun Dried Figs Wholesome Snacks 275kcal 2.5Protein 0Fat 65Carbs Mariani Packing Company America's Superfruit California Pitted Dried Plums Plu Wholesome Snacks 275kcal 2.5Protein 0Fat 62.5Carbs Wild Blueberries Mariani Packing Company Wild Blueberries Wholesome Snacks High in added sugars — 40% DV per serving 375kcal 0Protein 0Fat 92.5Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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