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Potassium Sorbate

Potassium sorbate

Safety Notes

Effective only at pH ≤5.5; COSMOS-accepted; combine with sodium benzoate

Function & Common Use

Function

Preservative

Concentration Limits

India (CDSCO)

No limit

EU Cosmetics Reg.

0.6% max as sorbic acid EU

US FDA (21 CFR)

No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: 0.6% max as sorbic acid EU

Korea (MFDS)

No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category

Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Potassium Sorbate safe to use in skincare?

Potassium Sorbate has a Low concern rating from The Clean Sheet. Effective only at pH ≤5.5; COSMOS-accepted; combine with sodium benzoate

Is Potassium Sorbate allowed in India?

Potassium Sorbate is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. No concentration limit is specified for India.

What is Potassium Sorbate used for in cosmetics?

Potassium Sorbate functions as: Preservative. It is commonly found in: Natural cosmetics, cleansers, toners.

TCS Assessment

Low Concern

Data Confidence

High

Based on peer-reviewed safety data, regulatory status, and expert review by The Clean Sheet panel.

Regulatory Status

India (CDSCO)

Permitted

US FDA

Permitted

Korea (MFDS)

Permitted

Australia (TGA)

Cosmetic preservative; TGA cosmetic use acceptable; ensure compliance with Therapeutic Goods (Cosmetics) Rules 2020 if therapeutic claims are made

Canada (NHPID)

Preservative; Health Canada cosmetic ingredient use; no specific NHPID restriction identified in source checked unless therapeutic claims are made

EU Annex: EU Annex V

Identifiers

CAS24634-61-5

EC246-376-1

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