(Antifungal / Preservative)
by Muby Chem
Muby Chem operates a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility producing Sorbic Acid, delivering material that meets pharmacopeial quality standards. It is widely used in pharmaceutical industry.
Our manufacturing process ensures high purity, consistency and uniform particle characteristics, supporting reliable performance in preservative systems.
Application: MOLACID® SOR MOLACID® SOR is used in the pharmaceutical industry as an antimicrobial preservative to inhibit the growth of molds, yeasts and fungi. It is incorporated into dosage forms such as oral solutions, syrups, suspensions, creams, lotions, gels and topical preparations. Its preservative activity is more effective in acidic formulations, where it inhibits microbial growth. It helps maintain the microbiological quality, stability, safety and shelf life of pharmaceutical products.
| # | PROPERTY | TYPICAL VALUE |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | CAS Number | 110-44-1 |
| 2 | Molecular Formula | C6H8O2 |
| 3 | Molecular Weight | 112.13 g/mol |
| # | TEST | SPECIFICATION - USP |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Appearance | It occurs as a free-flowing, white, crystalline powder. |
| 2 | Identification Test (A) Test (B) |
(A) Infrared spectroscopy. (B) Specified Test. |
| 3 | Solubility | Soluble in alcohol and in ether; slightly soluble in water. |
| 4 | Limit of aldehyde | Not more than 0.15% |
| 5 | Residue on ignition | Not more than 0.2% |
| 6 | Melting range or temperature | 132° to 135° |
| 7 | Water determination | Not more than 0.5% |
| 8 | Assay | Not less than 98.0% and not more than 102.0% on the anhydrous basis. |
MOLACID® SOR is packed in HDPE bag or HDPE drum with double PE liners inside, and is provided with a barcoded label and a tamper-evident seal.
The shelf life is 3 years. Preserve in tight containers, protected from light, and avoid exposure to excessive heat.
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