noun
- a salt or ester of sorbic acid, commonly used as a food preservative
Usage: chemistry
Examples
- Potassium sorbate is widely used to prevent mold growth in baked goods.
- The ingredient list showed calcium sorbate as a preservative.
- Many fruit juices contain sorbate to extend shelf life.
- The manufacturer added sodium sorbate to inhibit yeast growth.
- Sorbate compounds are considered safe food additives by regulatory agencies.
- Wine producers sometimes use potassium sorbate to prevent fermentation.