Preservatives

Sodium Benzoate

Premium food-grade sodium benzoate - a widely used antimicrobial preservative effective against bacteria, yeasts, and fungi in acidic food and beverage products.

Product Specifications

E NumberE211

CAS Number532-32-1

Molecular FormulaC7H5NaO2

AppearanceWhite Granular Powder

Purity≥99.0%

SolubilityFreely soluble in water

Applications

Carbonated DrinksFruit JuicesPicklesSaucesMargarineCosmetics

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Product Overview

Sodium benzoate is one of the most widely used food preservatives worldwide. It is particularly effective in acidic foods and beverages where it exists in its undissociated benzoic acid form, which provides antimicrobial activity against a broad spectrum of microorganisms.

Key Benefits

Effective against bacteria, yeast, and mold
Most effective in acidic products (pH < 4.5)
Tasteless at recommended usage levels
Cost-effective preservative
Easy to incorporate in formulations
Globally approved for food use

Technical Specifications

Assay (on dry basis): ≥99.0%
Loss on Drying: ≤1.5%
Chloride: ≤0.014%
Sulfate: ≤0.04%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤10 mg/kg
Arsenic: ≤3 mg/kg
Readily Oxidizable: Passes test

Industrial Applications

Carbonated soft drinks
Fruit juices and nectars
Pickles and pickled products
Sauces and condiments
Margarine and spreads
Margarine and artificial syrups

Quality & Certifications

FSSC 22000 Certified
ISO 9001:2015 Quality Management
Kosher Certified
Halal Certified
FDA Approved
EFSA Approved