SODIUM BENZOATE

SODIUM BENZOATE - RELIABLE PROTECTION FOR FOOD AND BEVERAGE MANUFACTURERS

Looking for a trusted preservative to safeguard your products and extend shelf-life? Sodium Benzoate is one of the most widely used and proven antimicrobial solutions in the food and beverage industry. Available in white powder, chips, or crystalline form, Sodium Benzoate offers flexibility, effectiveness, and ease of application across a broad range of formulations.

Why Choose Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium Benzoate is a highly effective preservative designed to inhibit the growth of yeast, mould, and bacteria – especially in acidic food and beverage systems (pH below 4.5).
✓ Excellent antimicrobial performance,
✓ Cost-effective and easy to incorporate,
✓ Ideal for acidic formulations,
✓ Trusted globally in beverage preservation.
Note: Sodium Benzoate is not recommended as a sole preservative in products with a pH above 4.5 unless used in combination with other suitable preservatives.

Key Applications in Food & Beverage
Sodium Benzoate is widely used in:
• Beverages: Carbonated soft drinks, still beverages, diet soft drinks, syrups, cider, low-alcohol beverages, no-alcoholic beer.
• Fruit & Condiment Products: Fruit juices and fruit salads; jam, jellies and preserves; pastry and pie fillings; sauces and relishes; olives; low-fat salad dressings; prepared salads.
• Speciality Uses: Salted or low-salt margarine, vegetable storage applications.
Usage levels may vary depending on formulation and regulatory requirements. Always verify applicable food regulations for your region.

How It Works
Sodium Benzoate performs best in acidic environments, where it acts as an antimicrobial agent to prevent spoilage and maintain product integrity. Its effectiveness makes it a standard preservative in carbonated beverages worldwide. Whether you’re formulating beverages, sauces, fruit products, or speciality foods, our team is ready to assist with: application guidance, usage level recommendations, regulatory support and technical documentation.

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