Sorbic acid
Also known as: (2E,4E)-hexa-2,4-dienoic acid, (E,E)-2,4-Hexadienoic acid, trans,trans-2,4-hexadienoic acid, 2,4-Hexadienoic acid, Sorbistat, 1,3-Pentadiene-1-carboxylic acid, 2-Propenylacrylic acid, all-E-sorbic acid
Sorbic acid (CAS 110-44-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C6H8O2 and a molecular weight of 112.127 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 132-135 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 233.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 139.9±9.6 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 110-44-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-8950-9
- Molecular Formula
- C6H8O2
- Molecular Weight
- 112.127 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 132-135 °C(lit.) |
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| Boiling Point | 233.0±9.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.0±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 139.9±9.6 °C |
| Exact Mass | 112.052429 |
| PSA | 37.30000 |
| LogP | 1.35 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.0 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.488 |
| Additional Property | 1.6 g/L (20 ºC) |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H315 — Causes skin irritation
- H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Activity & Biological Data
| Additional Information | [1]. Liewen MB, et al. Growth and Inhibition of Microorganisms in the Presence of Sorbic Acid: A Review. J Food Prot. 1985 Apr;48(4):364-375. |
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Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2916190090 |
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| Summary | 2916190090 unsaturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward)。VAT:17.0%。tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。general tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Sorbic acid?
The CAS number of Sorbic acid is 110-44-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sorbic acid?
Sorbic acid has molecular formula C6H8O2 and molecular weight 112.127 g/mol.
Is Sorbic acid hazardous?
Sorbic acid has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H315 — Causes skin irritation; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Sorbic acid?
For Sorbic acid, Upstream Products: 5-Ethenyldihydro-2(3H)-furanone, 2,4-Hexadienal, Ethyl sorbate; Downstream Products: 3-Hexenoic acid, 4-Hexenoic acid, Fumaric acid.
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