Potassium adipate

Potassium adipate (CAS 19147-16-1), also known as Dipotassium adipate and approved as E357 in the EU, is the dipotassium salt of adipic acid used as a buffering agent and acidulant.

Where is Potassium adipate used?

• Food manufacturing: pH buffer and flavoring acidulant in low-sodium processed foods and beverages
• Pharmaceuticals: buffering excipient in oral preparations with controlled acidity and potassium content
• Animal feed: mineral supplementation and pH management in compound feed
• Agriculture: nutrient solutions and fertilizer blends
• As a potassium source it is compatible with liquid formulation systems.

Commercial specifications

• Food-grade material meets E357 specifications under EU food additive regulations
• Bulk quantities in bags or fiber drums