Potassium Sorbate is permitted with proper declaration in Canada: declare as "potassium sorbate" 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 Canada, Potassium Sorbate is regulated under FDR & Safe Food for Canadians Regulations as a food preservative. Permitted under Food and Drug Regulations. Declared by name in ingredient list.
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 Canada 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" in the ingredient list. Permitted under Food and Drug Regulations. Declared by name in ingredient list.
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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