Potassium sorbate
Potassium sorbate
Potassium Sorbate is a preservative of plant-based or synthetic origin. It prevents the proliferation of microorganisms in cosmetic formulations.
PerfumingPreservativeRestricted use
EU nomenclature
Food additive
E202Preservative
E number assigned in the European nomenclature of food additives (Regulation (EC) No 1333/2008).
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Preservative — Limits the growth of micro-organisms to preserve the product.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | No cosmetic allergen subject to mandatory labelling |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex V (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Authorised preservative (Annex V) — max 0.6% (acid) |
Products
Products containing it
PuissanteMousse Nettoyante Vibromasseurs, 150ml
SaugellaGel Antiseptique Naturel, 30ml
SaugellaGel Lubrifiant, 30ml
ArkopharmaArkorelax Sommeil Flash, 20ml
LazartigueCoffret Stronger Protocole Anti-Chute Réactionnelle & Croissance
SaforelleGel Intime Lubrifiant, 30ml
Phytosun AromsSpray Nasal Allergie. 20ml
SaugellaCrème Douceur, 30ml
QuiesSpray Buccal Anti-Ronflements Goût Miel Citron. 70ml
NaturalashBooster Pousse Sourcils, 7ml
Roger&GalletCoffret 3 Savons Bienfaisants Fleur D'Osmanthus 100G + Lavande Royale 100G + Fleur De Figuier 100G
SaugellaDermoliquide Lingettes Intimes, Sachet De 15
Statistics
In Lou’s database
832
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Shower gels & soaps · Intimate wash · Masks · Cleansers & makeup removers · Hair color |
| Most frequent brands | Mkl Green Nature · Cavaillès · Caudalie · Lazartigue · Herbatint |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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