Sorbic acid is a type of acid found in some foods as a preservative. It helps prevent the growth of harmful bacteria and molds, keeping food fresh for longer periods of time. Full definition
Her group earned the company two patents on bacterial strains that can replace the artificial preservative sorbic acid in dairy products — bacteria that are used as a biopreservative in several of the company's products today. (sciencemag.org)
«Muconic acid is also a degradation product of sorbic acid, which is often used as a preservative in the food industry,» said Caron - Beaudoin. (sciencedaily.com)