Potassium sorbate is the potassium salt of sorbic acid with the formula C6H7KO2. It’s widely used as a preservative in foods, beverages, and personal care products. Potassium sorbate is used to inhibit molds and yeasts in many foods, such as cheese, wine, yogurt, dried meats, apple cider, rehydrated fruits, soft drinks and fruit drinks, and baked goods. According to Gen Consulting Company, global potassium sorbate market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 5.1% during the forecast period 2020-2026.

The report offers a breakdown of market shares by product, including Pharmaceutical Grade Potassium Sorbate, Food Grade Potassium Sorbate, Technical Grade Potassium Sorbate. Based on type, the market for potassium sorbate is segmented into Potassium Sorbate Spherical Granular, Potassium Sorbate Column Granular, Potassium Sorbate Powder. By application, the potassium sorbate market is classified into Food & Beverage, Pharmaceuticals, Cosmetics & Personal Care, Rubber & Resin, Feed, Tobacco. On the basis of region, the potassium sorbate industry is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, South America and MEA (the Middle East, and Africa).

By Product:

  • Pharmaceutical Grade Potassium Sorbate
  • Food Grade Potassium Sorbate
  • Technical Grade Potassium Sorbate



By Type:

  • Potassium Sorbate Spherical Granular
  • Potassium Sorbate Column Granular
  • Potassium Sorbate Powder



By Application:

  • Food & Beverage
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Cosmetics & Personal Care
  • Rubber & Resin
  • Feed
  • Tobacco



By region, the market is analyzed across North America, Asia Pacific, Europe, Middle East & Africa and South America. This report forecasts revenue growth at global, regional & country level from 2020 to 2026.

  • North America (U.S., Canada, Mexico, etc.)
  • Asia-Pacific (China, Japan, India, Korea, Australia, Indonesia, Taiwan, Thailand, etc.)
  • Europe (Germany, UK, France, Italy, Russia, Spain, etc.)
  • Middle East & Africa (Turkey, Saudi Arabia, Iran, Egypt, Nigeria, UAE, Israel, South Africa, etc.)
  • South America (Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, Venezuela, Peru, etc.)



The market research report covers the analysis of key stake holders of the potassium sorbate market. Some of the leading players profiled in the report include:

  • Benxi Black Horse Chemical Industry & Commerce Co., Ltd.
  • Celanese Corporation (Nutrinova)
  • Chengdu Huayi Medical Trimming Manufacturing Co., Ltd.
  • Daicel Corporation (Daicel Nanning Food Ingredients Co., Ltd.)
  • FBC Industries, Inc.
  • Guangxi Jinyuan Biochemical Group Co., Ltd.
  • Jiangbei Additive Co., Ltd.
  • Jiangsu Mupro IFT Corp.
  • Jiangsu Tiancheng Biochemical Products Co., Ltd.
  • Jinneng Science & Technology Co., Ltd.
  • Liaocheng Tianzhu Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
  • Linyi Van Science And Technique Co., Ltd. (Sorbic International Plc)
  • Nantong Acetic Acid Chemical Co., Ltd.
  • Nantong Alchemy Biotech Development Co., Ltd.
  • Ningbo Wanglong Group Co., Ltd.
  • Rugao Yangtze River Food Co., Ltd.
  • Shandong Kunda Biotechnology Co., Ltd. (Shandong Hongda Biological Technology Co., Ltd.)
  • Sichuan Boliheng Pharmaceutical Co., Ltd.
  • Zhejiang Bossen Ingredients Co., Ltd.


*list is not exhaustive, request free sample to get a complete list of companies

The base year of the study is 2019, and forecasts run up to 2026.

Research Objective

  • To analyze and forecast the market size of global potassium sorbate market.
  • To classify and forecast global potassium sorbate market based on product, type, application.
  • To identify drivers and challenges for global potassium sorbate market.
  • To examine competitive developments such as mergers & acquisitions, agreements, collaborations and partnerships, etc., in global potassium sorbate market.
  • To conduct pricing analysis for global potassium sorbate market.
  • To identify and analyze the profile of leading players operating in global potassium sorbate market.



The report is useful in providing answers to several critical questions that are important for the industry stakeholders such as manufacturers and partners, end users, etc., besides allowing them in strategizing investments and capitalizing on market opportunities. Key target audience are:

  • Manufacturers of potassium sorbate
  • Raw material suppliers
  • Market research and consulting firms
  • Government bodies such as regulating authorities and policy makers
  • Organizations, forums and alliances related to potassium sorbate