Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, widely used as a food preservative and a pickling agent. It appears as a white crystalline chemical with the formula C₆H₅COONa. 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. Labtex offers the 1 kg loose pack for better uses of Sodium Benzoate. This is made in China, we customize it from a 50Kg bag. if you need bulk quantity, please feel free to contact us.

Sodium Benzoate and its applications?

Sodium benzoate is a salt derived from benzoic acid. It is a white, odorless powder commonly used as a food preservative to prevent bacterial and fungal growth in acidic foods such as fruit juices, carbonated beverages, and pickles. Sodium benzoate is used in the pharmaceutical industry as a drug preservative and in the cosmetics industry as a preservative in various personal care products. When dissolved in water, sodium benzoate dissociates into its sodium and benzoate ions, which inhibit the growth of microorganisms by disrupting their cellular processes.

Sodium benzoate has a wide range of applications, some of which include:

Food industry: Sodium benzoate is commonly used as a preservative in various acidic foods such as jams, fruit juices, carbonated beverages, pickles, and sauces. It helps prevent the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold, thereby extending the shelf life of these products. Pharmaceutical industry: Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative in various drugs, including injectable drugs, to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. Cosmetic industry: Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative in various personal care products such as shampoos, lotions, and creams to prevent bacterial and fungal growth. Industrial Applications: Sodium benzoate is used in various industrial applications such as water treatment, corrosion prevention, and as a dye intermediate. Other Applications: Sodium benzoate is used as an additive in animal feed, as a flame retardant, and as a plasticizer in the manufacture of plastic materials. Medication: Sodium benzoate is used as a treatment for hyperammonemia, a condition in which there is too much ammonia in the blood. Agriculture: Sodium benzoate is used as a fungicide and herbicide in agriculture to prevent the growth of fungi and weeds. Laboratory research: Sodium benzoate is often used as a standard substance for calibration and verification of analytical instruments in laboratory experiments. Photography: Sodium benzoate is used as a developing agent in black-and-white photography. Fireworks: Sodium benzoate is used in making fireworks to produce a green color. Water softening: In some cases, sodium benzoate can be used as a water softener. Cleaning products: Sodium benzoate is sometimes used in cleaning products as a preservative to prevent bacterial growth.