You mean *Potassium Sorbate* $C_6H_7KO_2$ right?
"Sorbonate" is a common misspelling 😄
### *1. Quick Facts*
**Property** **Detail**
**What it is** Potassium salt of sorbic acid. White, odorless powder/granules
**E Number** **E202**
**Job** **Preservative** - stops mold, yeast, and some bacteria
**Works Best** pH < 6.5. Better than Sodium Benzoate for less acidic foods
### *2. Top Uses in Nigeria*
**Industry** **What it’s Used For**
**1. Bakery** Bread, cake, puff-puff, meatpie - stops mold in humid Lagos weather
**2. Dairy** Cheese, yogurt, butter
**3. Drinks** Wine, fruit juice, soft drinks. Often used with Sodium Benzoate
**4. Sauces** Ketchup, mayo, salad dressing, soy sauce
**5. Cosmetics** Creams, lotions, shampoo - prevents mold
**6. Animal Feed** Prevents spoilage in wet feed