Sodium Benzoate (C₇H₅NaO₂)

High-Purity Preservative & Antimicrobial Agent for Food & Beverages, Pharmaceuticals, Personal Care, and Industrial Formulations

₹115.00

Sodium Benzoate is a common chemical preservative with the formula C₇H₅NaO₂. It is used to stop the growth of harmful bacteria, mold, and yeast. It is the sodium salt of benzoic acid. Sodium Benzoate is widely used as a food preservative, particularly in beverages, sauces, pickles, jams, fruit products and other acidic foods. It is also used in pharmaceutical, cosmetic and industrial applications.

Applications of Sodium Benzoate:

  • Food and Beverages, Soft drinks and juices: It is Added to carbonated sodas, fruit juices, and flavored waters to stop         the growth of yeast and bacteria.

  • Condiments and sauces: It is Found in ketchup, mustard, soy sauce, salad dressings, and relishes.

  • Preserves: It is used in acidic items like jams, jellies, and pickles to prevent mold and spoilage.

  • Cosmetics and Personal Care Skincare and hair care: It Acts as a preservative in moisturizers, sunscreens, shampoos,       and conditioners to prevent microbial growth.

  • Oral hygiene: Included in mouthwashes and toothpastes for its antimicrobial properties.

  • Wipes: Added to baby wipes and cleansing wipes to maintain product safety.

Product Specifications – Sodium Benzoate:

Parameter

Specification

Product Name

Sodium Benzoate

Chemical Name

Sodium Benzoate

Chemical Formula

C₇H₅NaO₂

CAS Number

532-32-1

Molecular Weight

144.11 g/mol

Appearance

White crystalline powder or granules

Colour

White

Odour

Odourless or faint characteristic odour

Purity (Assay)

Typically 99.0–100.5%

pH (10% Solution)

Approximately 7.0–8.5

Water Solubility

Freely soluble in water

Loss on Drying

Typically ≤ 1.5%

Chloride Content

As per applicable grade specification

Iron (Fe)

As per manufacturer specification

Heavy Metals

As per applicable grade specification

Appearance of Solution

Clear and practically colourless

Packaging

25 Kg bags with suitable inner liner

Storage

Store in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area; keep the packaging tightly closed

HSN Code

29163140 

Key Features:

  • Helps inhibit the growth of certain yeasts, moulds and bacteria in suitable formulations.

  • Commonly used in acidic food and beverage products.

  • Readily soluble in water.

  • Suitable for various preservation and formulation applications.

Available Grades:

  • Food Grade: For permitted food and beverage applications, subject to applicable food-safety regulations.

  • Pharmaceutical Grade: For approved pharmaceutical applications.

  • Industrial Grade: For suitable industrial and chemical-processing applications.

MOQ: 25 Kg. Bag

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