Sodium Benzoate - Sample Size (10g)
Sodium Benzoate - Sample Size (10g)
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Sodium benzoate is the inactive salt of benzoic acid, and is activated with water to convert to benzoic acid.
Sodium benzoate is an anti-fungal agent and is often used as a natural preservative in combination with potassium sorbate. It is effective against fungi and slightly effective against bacteria, but not against mold and yeast, hence it is best when combined with potassium sorbate.
Benefits of sodium benzoate
- Easy to use powder form
- Halal and Kosher certified
- Vegan
- GMO free
- Food grade
How to use sodium benzoate
Usage: 0.5-3% dissolved in water.
Sodium benzoate is not a broad spectrum preservative on its own so should be combined with other preservatives for maximum efficacy.
Sodium benzoate can be used on its own but is often combined with potassium sorbate at 0.1-0.3%. Potassium sorbate is effective against molds and yeasts so together with sodium benzoate which is effective against fungi and slightly effective against bacteria, it can make a good preservative.
It is most effective at low pH levels around 3.
Adjust the pH as required with citric acid.
Sodium benzoate ingredients
Sodium benzoate
Water soluble crystalline powder.
For your safety
Some people experience an allergic reaction to sodium benzoate. We advise to do a skin patch test first.
Keep well sealed and store away from children, animals, moisture, sunlight and heat. If pregnant or breastfeeding, please consult with your medical care-giver before use.
