Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+

Name: Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008632

About Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+

Sorbic acid is a carboxylic acid (Puriss grade) carrying the CAS registry number 110-44-1 with a typical assay of ≥99%. With the molecular formula C6H8O2, it has a molar mass of 112.13 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoic acid. Alternative names: α-trans-γ-trans-Sorbic acid and (E,E)-1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid.

It is supplied as a powder. Key physical data: a melting point of 132-135 °C. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Warning”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Key uses span antioxidant additive and organic synthesis. Our customers for this product work in pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Sorbic acid in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg and 4 x 25 kg packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide.

Typical applications

Antioxidant additive
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+
Catalogue No.	VQ-008632
CAS Number	110-44-1
IUPAC name	(2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoic acid
Molecular formula	C₆H₈O₂
Molecular weight	112.13 g/mol
Exact mass	112.0524
Grade	Puriss
Purity / assay	≥99%
HSN code	29161960
InChIKey	WSWCOQWTEOXDQX-MQQKCMAXSA-N
SMILES	C/C=C/C=C/C(=O)O
PubChem CID	643460

Physical properties
Physical form	Powder
Appearance	Powder
Melting point	132-135 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	1.3
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 2
TPSA	37.3 Å²
Synonyms	α-trans-γ-trans-Sorbic acid, (E,E)-1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid, 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, 2E,4E-Hexadienoic acid, trans,trans-2,4-Hexadienoic acid, 2-Propenylacrylic acid, Hexadienoic acid, trans,trans-Sorbic acid, (2E,4E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (E,E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid, 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, (2E,4E)-, (E,E)-Sorbic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Warning

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 110-44-1

Reference Standard

Sorbic Acid

CAS: 110-44-1
Formula: C₆H₈O₂
MW: 112.13 g/mol

VQ-007763

Food Grade

Sorbic Acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 110-44-1
Formula: C₆H₈O₂
MW: 112.13 g/mol

VQ-045731

IP

Sorbic Acid, IP 99.0%

CAS: 110-44-1
Formula: C₆H₈O₂
MW: 112.13 g/mol

VQ-047038

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+?

The CAS Registry Number of Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ is 110-44-1. It is also known as α-trans-γ-trans-Sorbic acid, (E,E)-1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid, 2,4-Hexadienoic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+?

Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ has the molecular formula C6H8O2 and a molecular weight of 112.13 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ can I order?

We supply Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ in Puriss (≥99%) grade, in 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg, 4 x 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+?

Yes. Every lot of Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sorbic acid, puriss, 99%+ is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.