Products That Use This Component
Potassium sorbate was first discovered by the French in the 1850's, having been obtained from the mountain ash tree.  Today, most of it is made synthetically.  When it is dissolved, potassium sorbate ionizes (separates into ions) to form sorbic acid, which is effective against yeast molds, and select bacteria.

The following is a list of food that it is used in:

cheese                          dips
yogurts                         sour cream
bread                           cake
pies and fillings            dough's
baking mixes                fudges (Nesquik)
icings                            beverages
toppings                       salads
margarine                    dressings
olives                           mayonnaise
smoked and salted fish

Potassium sorbate is a naturally occurring unsaturated fatty acid, and has the lowest allergenic potential of all food preservatives.
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