Sodium Benzoate
Price: Rs 75 per Kg + GST as applicable
Category: Preservative / Food Additive / Industrial Chemical
Description: Sodium Benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, widely used as a food-grade preservative and antimicrobial agent. It inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeasts and fungi, making it valuable in beverage, food, pharmaceutical and personal-care formulations. It appears as a white crystalline powder, highly soluble in water, stable, and effective across acidic pH systems.
Applications:
- Food & Beverage: carbonated drinks, juices, sauces, pickles, jams, dairy derivatives
- Pharmaceuticals: tablet excipient, cough syrups, topical medicines, preservation systems
- Personal Care: skincare, hair care, oral care, bath products
- Industrial: corrosion inhibitor, anti-freeze systems, dyes, adhesives, surfactants
- Laboratory: microbiological media preservative and chemical intermediate
Technical Details:
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Chemical Formula | C7H5NaO2 |
| Purity | ≥ 99.0% |
| Solubility | Highly soluble in water and alcohol |
| pH (1% solution) | 6.5 – 7.5 |
| Melting Point | 300 °C (decomposes) |
| Grade Available | Food / Pharma / Industrial |
| Moisture | ≤ 2% |
| Heavy Metals | Complies with food/pharma standards |
Packaging:
- 25 kg HDPE bags with inner liner
- 500 kg / 1 MT jumbo bags (optional)
- Palletized and stretch-wrapped loads available
Storage & Handling: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and moisture. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with strong acids. Use protective gloves, goggles and masks to prevent dust inhalation and skin/eye irritation.