Essentially Natural Sodium Benzoate

• INCI Name: Sodium Benzoate
• Format: Water soluble crystalline powder
• Certifications: Halal certified, Kosher certified
• Features: Vegan, GMO-free, food safe
• Typical Usage Rate: 0.5 to 3% dissolved in water
• Best Efficacy pH: Around pH 3
• Size Options: 50g, 100g, 250g, 500g, 1kg, 5kg or 10kg

• Preservation support in water-based DIY cosmetics
• Toners, gels, lotions, and cleansers formulated at low pH
• Combined preservative systems (commonly with potassium sorbate)
• Water phase preservation support in emulsions and surfactant products

This product is suitable for:

• DIY formulators making water-based products that need preservation
• Makers who can measure and adjust pH accurately
• Formulators building combined preservative systems

This product is not for:

• Anhydrous products with no water phase
• High pH products where it will not perform well
• Anyone wanting a single-ingredient broad-spectrum preservative

• As a Water Phase Preservative: Dissolve in the water phase at 0.5 to 3% and mix until fully dissolved.
• As a Combined System: Pair with potassium sorbate (commonly 0.1 to 0.3%) for broader support.
• As a pH Guided System: Adjust the final pH as required, and confirm with pH testing.

Processing Tip: pH is critical for performance, test and adjust your finished formula.

• Some people may be sensitive, patch test finished products before use.
• Avoid inhaling powder and avoid contact with eyes.
• Keep well sealed and store away from moisture, sunlight, and heat.
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• If pregnant or breastfeeding, consult a healthcare professional before use.

Q: Can I use sodium benzoate on its own?
A: It can be used alone, but it is not typically broad-spectrum on its own, many formulas combine it with other preservatives.

Q: Why does pH matter so much?
A: Sodium benzoate performs best in acidic formulas and becomes less effective at higher pH.

Q: Does it dissolve easily?
A: Yes, it dissolves in water when mixed thoroughly.