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Linear Formula:
CH3CH=CHCH=CHCOOH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
112.13
Beilstein:
1098547
EC Number:
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352100
PubChem Substance ID:
NACRES:
NA.21
Product Name
Sorbic acid, tested according to Ph. Eur.
Agency
USP/NF
tested according to Ph. Eur.
Quality Level
vapor pressure
0.01 mmHg ( 20 °C)
form
crystals
mp
132-135 °C (lit.)
antibiotic activity spectrum
fungi
functional group
carboxylic acid
Mode of action
enzyme | inhibits
SMILES string
C\C=C\C=C\C(O)=O
InChI
1S/C6H8O2/c1-2-3-4-5-6(7)8/h2-5H,1H3,(H,7,8)/b3-2+,5-4+
InChI key
WSWCOQWTEOXDQX-MQQKCMAXSA-N
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General description
Sorbic acid is an organic acid. It is weakly acidic in nature. Its permeability through an edible film made of methylcellulose and palmitic acid has been evaluated.
Application
Sorbic acid may be employed as a starting reagent for the synthesis of p-toluic acid and alkyl-p-toluates.
Signal Word
Warning
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
Hazard Classifications
Eye Irrit. 2 - Skin Irrit. 2
Storage Class Code
11 - Combustible Solids
WGK
WGK 1
Flash Point(F)
260.6 °F - closed cup
Flash Point(C)
127 °C - closed cup
Personal Protective Equipment
dust mask type N95 (US), Eyeshields, Gloves
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