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Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Benzoate is best known as a preservative used in processed foods and beverages to extend shelf life, though it has several other uses. It’s an odorless, crystalline powder made by combining benzoic acid and sodium hydroxide. Sodium Benzoate is a versatile chemical with preservative, Pharmaceutical & other applications. Sodium benzoate is the first preservative the FDA allowed in foods and still a widely used food additive. It’s classified as Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS), meaning that experts consider it safe when used as intended.Sodium benzoate inhibits the growth of potentially harmful bacteria, mold, and other microbes in food, thus deterring spoilage. It’s particularly effective in acidic foods. Therefore, it’s commonly used in foods, such as soda, bottled lemon juice, pickles, jelly, salad dressing, soy sauce, and other condiments. Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative in some over-the-counter and prescription medications, particularly in liquid medicines like cough syrup. Sodium benzoate is commonly used as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care items, such as hair products, baby wipes, toothpaste, and mouthwash. Sodium Benzoate is used as preservative in variety of Animal feeds.