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Organic Acids

Sorbic Acid Extra Pure

RA002477 CAS 110-44-1 Extra Pure

Identity

Product code
RA002477
CAS number
110-44-1
Grade
Extra Pure
Purity
99%
Molecular formula
C6H8O2
Molecular weight
112.13

Classification

Technical Data

Properties

PropertyValueUnit
Physical state at 20 °C Solid —
Density [g/cm3] 1.2 g/cm3 g/cm3
Solubility in water [% weight] Slightly soluble in water —
Partition coefficient Log Pow octanol / water at 20°C 1.858 —
Colour White crystalline —
Odour Odorless —
pH value 3.3 —
Melting point/ Freezing point [°C] 132 - 135 °C °C
Flash point [°C] 127 °C °C
Boiling point [°C] 170 °C °C
Vapour pressure [20°C] 0.01 hPa hPa
Vapour density 3.87 —

These are recorded catalogue property values. Product specification limits, where available, are listed under Specifications.

Specifications

ParameterSpecificationUnit Method
Appearance White to off-white or creamish white crystalline powder — —
Water Max 0.5 % % KF
Assay 99 - 101 % % —
Identity Passes test — —
Appearance of solution Passes test — —
Melting range 132 - 135 °C °C —
Residue on ignition Max 0.2 % % —
Aldehydes Max 0.15 % % —
Heavy metal Max 0.001 % % —
Arsenic (As) Max 0.0003 % % —

4 grades of this substance are listed. Each grade is a separate product with its own specifications, pack sizes and documents.

Packaging

Pack size SKU
25 kg RA002477-PK-25KG
500 g RA002477-PK-500G
50 kg RA002477-PK-50KG
5 kg RA002477-PK-5KG