Product Description
Test items |
Specifications |
Assay |
99.0~100.5% |
Appearance of solution |
PASS |
Loss on drying |
≤2.0% |
Acidity or alkalinity |
PASS |
Chlorine |
≤0.02% |
Compound containing chlorine gas |
≤0.03% |
Heavy metals |
≤0.001% |
Arsenic |
≤0.0002% |
Sulfate |
≤0.1% |
Product Description
Sodium Benzoate is a commonly used food preservative that is both safe and effective. It is soluble in water and has a slight odor. Sodium Benzoate is used to prevent the growth of bacteria, fungi, and other harmful microorganisms in food and beverage products.
Sodium Benzoate is approved by regulatory agencies around the world, including the US Food and Drug Administration, as a safe food additive. It is commonly used in a wide range of food and beverage products, including soft drinks, fruit juices, pickles, and condiments. It is also used in personal care products and pharmaceuticals.
Application:
1. In Food Industry:
- The most common food use of Sodium Benzoate is in soft drinks, salad dressings, jams, fruit juices, condiments and many other items.
2. Other Applications:
- In addition to acting as a preservative in food sources, Sodium Benzoate is used to extend the shelf life of toothpaste, deodorant, mouthwash, shampoo, lotions, ointments, medicinal syrups or pills. This can be added to prevent the growth of bacteria or as a corrosion inhibitor that will keep metallic products from rusting. Also used in dying, printing, tobacco industries.