Sodium Benzoate
- INCI:
- Sodium Benzoate
- Also known as:
- E211 · Sodium Benzoate · Sodium salt of benzoic acid
Preservative widely used in acidic foods and beverages to protect formulations against yeasts and molds. Its good water solubility makes it easy to incorporate into syrups, sauces and beverages, and it is also used in cosmetics, cleaning products, pharmaceuticals, veterinary products, nutraceuticals and industrial applications. The dosage is defined according to the product category and in line with applicable regulations.
Functions
Typical applications
- Beverages and syrups
- Sauces and dressings
- Fruit preserves
- Personal care
- Cleaning products and pharmaceutical formulations
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