Sodium benzoate inhibits the growth of potentially harmful bacteria, mold, and other microbes in food, thus deterring spoilage.
It’s particularly effective in acidic foods ( 6 ).
Therefore, it’s commonly used in foods such as:
- soda
- bottled lemon juice
- pickles
- jelly
- salad dressing
- soy sauce, and other condiments.
Sodium Benzoate BP Food Grade