Sodium sorbate (inci)

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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CAS number: 7757-81-5; Sodium salt of sorbic acid; Sodium sorbate

Definition
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"Sodium..." means the element sodium, "sorbates, salts/esters of sorbic acid.

Sodium sorbate, the sodium salt of sorbic acid is used in cosmetic formulations. The substance acts as a preservative (inhibits the growth of microorganisms).

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020