Sodium Benzoate — Food Preservative

Product Overview

Sodium Benzoate — Food Preservative

Olymph Global LLP is an India-based manufacturer and exporter of food ingredients and specialty chemicals, serving domestic and international markets.

Sodium Benzoate is a widely used food preservative that helps inhibit the growth of selected yeasts, moulds, and bacteria in suitable food and beverage formulations. It is the sodium salt of benzoic acid and is particularly useful in acidic food products where preservation and shelf-life management are important.

Sodium Benzoate is a white, crystalline powder or granular material that is readily soluble in water, making it suitable for use in a variety of liquid and aqueous food formulations. It is commonly identified as E211 and is widely used in accordance with applicable food regulations and permitted usage levels.

Sodium Benzoate is used in various food and beverage applications, including soft drinks, fruit beverages, juices, jams, jellies, sauces, ketchup, pickles, syrups, fruit preparations, and other suitable acidic food products. Its preservative performance depends on factors such as product pH, formulation, processing conditions, and storage environment.

At Olymph Global LLP, we focus on the manufacturing and export of food ingredients and specialty chemicals, supporting domestic and international customers with product information, applicable specifications, quality documentation, and export-oriented supply solutions.

Our Sodium Benzoate — Food Grade is intended for customers seeking a reliable food preservative for suitable food and beverage applications, subject to applicable regulatory requirements in the destination market.

Product Name: Sodium Benzoate
Chemical Name: Sodium Benzoate
Common Name: Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
Chemical Formula: C₇H₅NaO₂
CAS Number: 532-32-1
Food Additive Number: E211
Category: Food Chemicals / Food Preservative
Grade: Food Grade
Appearance: White crystalline powder or granules
Primary Function: Food preservation and microbial growth control

Applications of Sodium Benzoate

Beverages and Soft Drinks: Used in suitable acidic beverages, fruit drinks, and soft drinks to help control spoilage microorganisms and maintain product quality during storage.

Jams, Jellies and Fruit Preparations: Used in selected fruit-based products to help inhibit the growth of yeasts and moulds, where permitted by applicable regulations.

Sauces and Condiments: Used in suitable acidic sauces, ketchup, dressings, and condiments to support microbial stability and product shelf-life management.

Pickles and Preserved Foods: Used in selected acidic pickled products and preserved foods as part of a formulation designed to control spoilage.

Syrups and Fruit Concentrates: Used in suitable acidic syrups, concentrates, and fruit preparations to help maintain microbial quality during storage.

Key Product Features

• Widely used food preservative for suitable formulations
• Helps inhibit selected yeasts, moulds, and bacteria
• Particularly useful in many acidic food and beverage products
• Water-soluble ingredient suitable for many aqueous formulations
• Available in powder or granular forms, depending on specification

FAQ:

What is Sodium Benzoate?

Sodium Benzoate is a food preservative used to help inhibit certain spoilage microorganisms in suitable food and beverage formulations.

What is the E-number of Sodium Benzoate?

Sodium Benzoate is identified as food additive E211.

What is the chemical formula of Sodium Benzoate?

Its chemical formula is C₇H₅NaO₂, and its CAS number is 532-32-1.

What are the main applications of Sodium Benzoate?

It is used in selected acidic beverages, fruit drinks, sauces, pickles, jams, syrups, and other permitted food products.

Is Sodium Benzoate effective in all types of food?

No. Its effectiveness depends on factors such as pH, formulation, processing, and storage conditions. It is generally most useful in acidic food and beverage products.

How can I request a quotation for Sodium Benzoate?

Contact Olymph Global LLP with your required quantity, packaging preference, destination country, and product specifications to discuss availability and a quotation.