Potassium Sorbate is permitted with proper declaration in Australia & New Zealand: declare as "potassium sorbate (202)" in the ingredient list.
Potassium sorbate (E202) is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a preservative that suppresses mould and yeast growth in cheese, baked goods, dried fruit, and drinks. In Australia & New Zealand, Potassium Sorbate is regulated under Food Standards Code as a food preservative. FSANZ Standard 1.3.1 permits use. Must include code number alongside name.
LabelGuard scans your label for Potassium Sorbate and all its common names (E202, Potassium sorbate, Sorbic acid potassium salt) to verify correct declaration, required E-numbers, and proper functional class labeling under Australia rules.
Start Your Compliance CheckPotassium sorbate (E202) is the potassium salt of sorbic acid, a preservative that suppresses mould and yeast growth in cheese, baked goods, dried fruit, and drinks. It commonly appears in: Cheese, Wine, Bread, Hummus, Dried fruit.
It is regarded as one of the safest preservatives in use: the body metabolises it like a fatty acid, and EFSA set a group ADI of 11 mg/kg body weight per day (2019, expressed as sorbic acid). Rare mild skin or mucous-membrane irritation is the only commonly reported reaction.
Declare as "potassium sorbate (202)" in the ingredient list. FSANZ Standard 1.3.1 permits use. Must include code number alongside name.
Potassium Sorbate may appear under the following names: E202, Potassium sorbate, Sorbic acid potassium salt. Common hidden sources include: Cheese, Wine, Bread, Hummus, Dried fruit, Yoghurt, Salad dressings, Fruit juices.
Potassium Sorbate is permitted in all major markets with proper declaration.
Last updated: 2026-07-20
Disclaimer: This information is for guidance only and does not constitute legal advice. Always consult official regulations and seek professional legal advice for specific compliance questions.
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