Sodium Benzoate
is a salt derived from benzoic acid and is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics. Sodium benzoate and water produce benzoic acid, which is the active form of the preservative. Sodium benzoate has been used in a wide variety of products because of its antimicrobial and flavor characteristics.
CAS RN.: | 532-32-1 |
EINECS: | 208-534-8 |
H.S.CODE: | 2916.3100.90 |
Chemical Analysis
Component | Range | Typical |
Content | 99.0% min. | 99.98% |
Loss on drying | 2.0 % max. | 0.93% |
The Acid & Alkalinity | ≤0.2ml | ≤0.2ml(on the principle of 0.1mol/l NaOH) |
Clarity of Solution | Clear & Colorless | Passed the test |
Chlorides | ≤0.02% | ≤0.02% |
Total Chlorine | ≤0.03% | ≤0.03% |
Heavy Metal | ≤0.001% | ≤0.001% |
Arsenic | ≤0.0003% | ≤0.0003% |
Hg | ≤0.0001% | ≤0.0001% |
Appearance | Free flowing white powder | Passed the test |
Application
Preservative | l Sodium Benzoate is bacteriostatic and fungistatic under acidic conditions. It is most widely used in acidic foods, also used as a preservative in medicines and cosmetics. |
Fuel | l used in fireworks as a fuel in whistle mix, a powder that emits a whistling noise when compressed into a tube and ignited; l The fuel is also one of the fastest burning rocket fuels and provides a lot of thrust and smoke. |
Corrosion inhibitor | l Used to keep many different types of metals from rusting. l Used as a corrosion inhibitor in engine coolant systems. |
Transportation Information
DOT Classification: | Non-dangerous goods |
U.N. | N/A |
Packing Group: | N/A |
Storage & Handing
l Store in a tightly closed container.
l Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Packing
In 25kg pp bags
