1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate
What is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid. It is typically manufactured by reacting toluene with chlorine to make benzoyl chloride, which is then reacted with sodium hydroxide. It appears as a white crystalline powder.
Is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate vegan?
1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate gluten-free?
It does not contain gluten.
Is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate a major allergen?
Sodium benzoate is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens.
What is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate used for?
Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold.
Is 1/10 Of 1% Sodium Benzoate safe?
Sodium benzoate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food preservative.
Why it's used
Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold. It is often found in acidic foods like pickles, olives, ketchup, mustard, and sauces.
Health notes
Sodium benzoate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food preservative. When combined with vitamin C (ascorbic acid) in some beverages, it can form small amounts of benzene, a potential carcinogen. The FDA monitors these levels and considers them to be within acceptable limits. JECFA and EFSA have evaluated sodium benzoate and established acceptable daily intakes.
Allergen info
Sodium benzoate is not one of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.
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