Sodium Benzoate
Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
- CAS
- 532-32-1
- EC
- 208-534-8
- Food Code
- E211
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare, Personal Care & Cosmetics
Sodium benzoate is benzoic acid's sodium salt, white odorless granules soluble in water, an effective preservative against fungi in acidic conditions below pH 4.5. Synthesized from toluene oxidation, it meets purity specs from industry preservatives and EFSA additive approvals.
SoleChem, an ISO 9001:2015 certified chemical supplier based in Türkiye, delivers Sodium Benzoate (CAS 532-32-1) to customers in more than 40 countries.
Sodium Benzoate
Applications
Preserves carbonated drinks and sauces; in pharma for antifungal syrups; in cosmetics for lotion stability; in animal feeds for mold control; and in industrial coolants for corrosion inhibition.
Safety & Risks
Forms benzene with ascorbic acid under heat; allergic reactions in sulfite-sensitive. Regulated ADI; avoid heated storage; use ventilation for dust.
Packaging
Supplied in 25 kg polyethylene-lined fiber drums with secure lids. Keep in benzoate light-shielded warehouses to maintain efficacy.