Preservative / antimicrobial adjunct
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Sodium benzoate
Preservative / antimicrobial adjunct
Available pack sizes
- 1 Kg | 25 Kg (bag)
Makes / sources
Imported
Quotations issued against enquiry. Bulk pricing on request — from 25 kg packs to full container loads.
Technical Specifications
Identification
Technical NameSodium benzoate
CAS Number532-32-1
Molecular FormulaC7H5NaO2
Molecular Weight144.11 g/mol
Physical Properties
AppearanceWhite crystalline powder
OdourOdourless
Density1.497 g/cm³
pH (5% solution)7.0-8.5
Boiling PointDecomposes
SolubilitySoluble in water (~60 g/L)
Applications
Primary UsePreservative
ApplicationPreservative; pH-dependent activity
Handling & Storage
ReactivityStable
IncompatibilitiesStrong oxidizers, strong bases
ToxicityLow at regulated doses
Storage ConditionsCool, dry, sealed
Shelf Life2-5 years if dry
Specifications are typical values and may vary by grade or source. A Certificate of Analysis and Safety Data Sheet are issued with every dispatch.
