Sodium Benzoate Powder BP/USP

Name: Sodium Benzoate Powder BP/USP
SKU: SB140
Availability: InStock

R99,00 R1869,40Price range: R99,00 through R1869,40

It is used as food preservative, antiseptic, medicine, in tobacco, in pharmaceutical preparations and foods and can also be used as a test for liver function.

SKU: SB140 Category: Food and Beverages Additives Tags: preservatives for archar, preservatives for chillies, preservatives for maheu, SB140, sodium benzoate, sodium benzoate uses in food, sodium benzoate uses in soft drinks, The sodium salt of BENZOIC ACID

Description

Identity and Properties: Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid (C6H5CO2Na), with a formula weight of 144.10 and a white, hygroscopic powder appearance.
Preservative Function: It is widely used to inhibit the growth of harmful bacteria, mold, and yeast, helping to extend shelf life in various products.
Common Food and Beverage Uses: Because it dissolves easily in liquids, it is used to preserve acidic foods and beverages such as carbonated sodas, bottled fruit juices, dressings, pickles, and condiments.
Cosmetic and Pharmaceutical Uses: Beyond foods, sodium benzoate serves as a preservative in cosmetics, skincare products, and pharmaceutical medications.
DIY Considerations: For DIY or artisanal products, it extends shelf life but activates only in acidic formulations with pH below 4.5, making it suitable for acidic condiments, syrups, lotions, shampoos, and liquid soaps.
Syn: Benzoic acid, sodium salt