Is a food preservative commonly used in the baking industry to prevent mold, yeast, and microbes. It is often used in cakes and icings, beverage syrups, cheese, dried fruits, margarine, pie fillings, wine, etc. at concentrations dependent on the specific application. Highly efficient, safe, and nonpoisonous food preservatives.
Potassium sorbate prolongs the shelf life of foods by stopping the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.