Sorbic acid

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Where is Sorbic acid found?

Sorbic acid is used as a preservative and is found in food, cosmetics, and other household products. It prevents the growth of mold, yeast, and fungi.

How can you avoid contact with Sorbic acid?

Avoid products that list any of the following names in the ingredients:

• (E,E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid
• (E,E)-Sorbic acid; Sorbic acid
• 1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid, (E,E)-
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (E,E)-
• 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (E,E)-; 2,4-Hexadienoic acid
• 2-Propenylacrylic acid
• 2E,4E-Hexadienoic acid
• AI3-14851
• Acetic acid, (2-butenylidene)-
• Acetic acid, crotylidene-
• CCRIS 5748
• Caswell No. 801
• E 200
• EINECS 203-768-7
• EPA Pesticide Chemical Code 075901
• HSDB 590
• Hexadienoic acid
• Kyselina 1,3-pentadien-1-karboxylova
• Kyselina 1,3-pentadien-1-karboxylova [Czech]
• Kyselina sorbova
• Kyselina sorbova [Czech]
• Panosorb
• Sorbistat
• alpha-trans-gamma-trans-Sorbic acid
• trans,trans-Sorbic acid
• trans-trans-2,4-Hexadienoic acid

What are some products that may contain Sorbic acid?

A clinician's point of view.

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For additional information about products that might contain Sorbic acid, visit the Consumer Product Information Database. These lists are brief and provide just a few examples. They are not comprehensive. Product formulations also change frequently. Read product labels carefully and talk to your doctor if you have any questions. These are general guidelines. Talk to your doctor for more specific instructions.