sorbic acid

Sorbic acid is a naturally occurring polyunsaturated fatty acid that serves as a widely used antimicrobial preservative in the food, cosmetic, and pharmaceutical industries. Its primary function is to inhibit the growth of molds, yeasts, and certain bacteria by disrupting microbial membrane integrity and metabolic processes. In pharmaceutical science, it is employed as an excipient in semisolid dosage forms like gels and is being investigated as a component of ionic liquid-based delivery systems (e.g., sorbic acid-choline) to improve the oral absorption of peptide therapeutics such as semaglutide. While generally recognized as safe (GRAS), it is also monitored as a potential contact allergen in dermatological patch testing.

Other names

2,4-hexadienoic acidE200E-200E 200