Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, which exists in this form when dissolved in water. This compound is produced by treating benzoic acid with sodium hydroxide. On a commercial level, benzoic acid is produced by the partial oxidation of toluene with oxygen. Sodium benzoate is a common food preservative and is also used in various industrial applications.
Click here to view and download.
Sodium Benzoate
Food and Nutrition
Home Care and Industrial Cleaning
SYNONYMS
Benzoate of soda Sodium Salt of Benzoic Acid
MOLECULAR WEIGHT
Not Specified
CAS NUMBER
532-32-1
CHEMICAL FORMULA
C7H5NaO2
HS CODE
29163140
DENSITY
144.11 g/mol
MELTING POINT
1.5 g/cm3
BOILING POINT
436.1°C
VISCOSITY
465 °C
SHELF LIFE
2 years
TYPICAL PROPERTIES
Not Specified
What is sodium benzoate, and why is it used in food products?
+
Is sodium benzoate safe to consume?
+
Can sodium benzoate be used in cosmetics and personal care products?
+
Does sodium benzoate form benzene in the presence of certain ingredients?
+
Is sodium benzoate banned in any countries?
+
Want to know more about the product?
We use cookies to enhance your browsing experience and provide personalized content. By clicking "Accept," you agree to our use of cookies. Read our privacy policy