Buyer-facing sourcing profile for potassium sorbate E202 offered as food-grade powder or granular material, typically supplied in 25 kg bags. Buyers should verify CAS number, FCC/food-grade specification, assay, mesh size, impurity profile, and export documentation before placing an RFQ.
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CAS No.: 24634-61-5; supplier page also references 590-00-1, requiring confirmation on COA and SDSFood preservative additive / potassium sorbate E202Candidate - document verification required
CAS No.: 24634-61-5; supplier page also references 590-00-1, requiring confirmation on COA and SDS
Molecular formula: C6H7KO2
Molecular weight: 150.22
EINECS: 246-376-1 as listed by source page
Grade: Food grade / FCC E202, to be confirmed against buyer destination requirements
Appearance: White to light yellow powder, granules, or flaky crystalline material
Specification reference on source page: 20 mesh
Typical packing reference: 25 kg/bag
HS code listed by source: 29161900
Monthly capacity listed by source: 1500 tons/month, subject to supplier confirmation
Key checks: assay, moisture/loss on drying, alkalinity/acidity, heavy metals, arsenic, lead, particle size, odor, and color
Who uses this page
Target buyers
Food ingredient distributors
Beverage ingredient importers
Bakery and confectionery ingredient buyers
Sauce, condiment, and processed food manufacturers
Private-label food additive packers
Regional chemical and food additive traders
Procurement teams requiring FCC/E202 documentation
Before matching
Documents to check
CAS number, grade, assay, and impurity profile
SDS, COA, TDS, HS code, and transport classification
Destination-market import documents before supplier matching
Package and route
Packing notes
Source page lists 25 kg net bags with inner polyethylene bag and outer polywoven bag.
Confirm palletization, liner type, bag marking, batch number format, and container loading quantity.
Request photos of current production packing, label, and outer marks before shipment.
For food additive use, ask whether packaging is food-contact suitable and whether tamper condition can be documented.
Confirm whether sample, trial order, mixed container, or full-container options are available.
Applications and sourcing options
Check whether this product fits the buyer's actual application.
Clear application, grade, package, and document notes help separate real sourcing demand from a vague price check.
Use context
Common applications
Food additive sourcing where potassium sorbate E202 is specified by the buyer’s formulation and local regulations
Distributor stock replenishment for food-grade preservative additive portfolios
Ingredient import programs requiring 25 kg bag packing and batch COA traceability
Beverage, bakery, condiment, and processed food supply chains that need documented preservative additive inputs
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Sourcing options
25 kg bag standard export packing
Powder or granular form subject to supplier availability
Sample request before bulk order
Trial order or MOQ purchase from 1,000 kg as referenced on source page
FOB China port or international sea freight quotation subject to supplier confirmation
Third-party inspection and document review before shipment
Custom labeling or buyer marks subject to supplier approval
Human review
Compliance notes
Request current COA, SDS, TDS/specification sheet, allergen statement, non-GMO statement if required, and food-grade declaration.
Confirm compliance basis such as FCC, E202, GB, EU food additive requirements, or other destination-specific standards; do not rely on listing title alone.
Verify CAS discrepancy before procurement: extracted listing shows CAS 24634-61-5 while product description also states CAS 590-00-1.
Confirm impurity limits and test methods for heavy metals, lead, arsenic, mercury/cadmium if required by destination market.
Confirm whether halal, kosher, ISO, HACCP, FSSC, or other certificates are available and current, if relevant to buyer market.
Ask for latest SDS transport section and export classification review; do not assume non-DG status without document check.
Confirm shelf life, retest date, storage statement on COA/SDS, and whether long storage may affect color or caking.
Check destination import rules for food additives, labeling language, E-number declaration, and permitted use categories with local compliance counsel or importer of record.
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Questions to confirm
Please confirm the exact CAS number printed on your COA and SDS for this potassium sorbate batch.
Can you provide FCC/E202 food-grade specification with assay and impurity limits?
What is the current assay, moisture, heavy metals, lead, arsenic, and particle size result for available stock?
Is the material powder, granular, or flaky crystalline, and what mesh sizes are available?
Can you provide sample COA, SDS, TDS, food-grade declaration, and packing photos before quotation?
What certifications are available for this item, such as ISO, HACCP, halal, kosher, or other food safety documents?
What is the MOQ, sample policy, lead time, and monthly export allocation?
What packing options are available besides 25 kg bags, and can pallets be fumigation-free or heat-treated if needed?
Checks before quote
Request current COA, SDS, TDS/specification sheet, allergen statement, non-GMO statement if required, and food-grade declaration.
Confirm compliance basis such as FCC, E202, GB, EU food additive requirements, or other destination-specific standards; do not rely on listing title alone.
Verify CAS discrepancy before procurement: extracted listing shows CAS 24634-61-5 while product description also states CAS 590-00-1.
Confirm impurity limits and test methods for heavy metals, lead, arsenic, mercury/cadmium if required by destination market.
Confirm whether halal, kosher, ISO, HACCP, FSSC, or other certificates are available and current, if relevant to buyer market.
Ask for latest SDS transport section and export classification review; do not assume non-DG status without document check.
Confirm shelf life, retest date, storage statement on COA/SDS, and whether long storage may affect color or caking.
Check destination import rules for food additives, labeling language, E-number declaration, and permitted use categories with local compliance counsel or importer of record.
Next step
Send the product page with your target quantity and market. A sourcing manager can then confirm sample options, supplier fit, packaging details, and open document gaps.
