Potassium Sorbate is a potassium salt of sorbate with the formula C6H7KO2. Here is a description of potassium sorbate and some common uses:

Description: 

•Chemical properties: Potassium sorbate is a white crystalline solid, soluble in water. It has a faint sour taste.

•Production Method: Potassium sorbate can be prepared by reacting sorbate with potassium hydroxide.

Purpose: 

1. Food preservative: Potassium sorbate is a commonly used food preservative, widely used in food and beverage manufacturing. It can inhibit the growth and reproduction of microorganisms and extend the shelf life of food. Potassium sorbate is often used in jams, juices, cans, sauces, dairy products, pastries and other foods to prevent the growth of mold, yeast and bacteria.

2. Skin care and cosmetics: Potassium sorbate is also widely used in skin care and cosmetics. It acts as a preservative and antibacterial agent to help extend the shelf life of products and prevent the growth of bacteria and mold.

3. Pharmaceutical preparations: Potassium sorbate has a certain application in pharmaceutical preparations. It can act as a preservative and stabilizer for drugs, helping to extend the shelf life of drugs and maintain the stability of drugs.

4. Feed additives: Potassium sorbate can also be used as a feed additive for animal feed to inhibit the growth of microorganisms in feed and maintain the freshness and nutritional value of feed.