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CAS #: 532-32-1

Sodium Benzoate

Manufacturing

Sodium benzoate is an organic salt made from combining benzoic acid with sodium hydroxide. This product acts as a preservative for foods with acidic pH's and cosmetics. It is commonly found in oral products, cleansers, hair products, and foods.

Pharmaceuticals

Sodium Benzoate is highly soluble in water and is commonly used in the food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical industry because of its antimicrobial and preservative properties. It inhibits the growth of bacteria and fungi. It is used in eye drops and ointments to maintain sterility and prevent contamination. Sodium Benzoate is also a stabilizing agent and buffering agent in pharmaceutical ingredients. Additionally, it is a chelating agent.

Grade

  • Industrial
  • Injectable
  • USP-NF
  • Ph.Eur
  • BP
  • IP

Other Names

  • Benzoate of Soda
  • Sodium Benzenecarboxylate

Abbreviations

  • SB
  • NaBz

Form

  • Solid

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Category: Beauty & Personal Care , Injectables , Pharmaceutical Excipients
Type: Preservatives / Excipients