Ingredient · E211

Less Than 0.10% Sodium Benzoate

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, …

What it is

Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid, a chemical that occurs naturally in some fruits like cranberries and plums. It is typically manufactured industrially by reacting toluene with chlorine and then neutralizing the resulting benzotrichloride with sodium hydroxide or sodium carbonate.

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 and beverages, such as salad dressings, carbonated drinks, jams, fruit juices, and pickles.

Health notes

In the U.S., sodium benzoate is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used according to good manufacturing practices. It has been evaluated by international bodies like JECFA and EFSA. Some studies have explored its potential effects, particularly in combination with ascorbic acid (Vitamin C), but the evidence is mixed and not conclusive regarding significant health impacts at typical consumption levels.

Allergen info

Sodium benzoate is not derived from any of the nine major allergens and does not contain gluten.

Products containing Less Than 0.10% Sodium Benzoate

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Preferred Wholesale, Inc. Beef Jerky, Sweet Teriyaki Other Snacks 321kcal 39.3Protein 7.1Fat 25Carbs Orange Chicken Fully Cooked Tempura Chicken Breast Meat With Orange Sauce Packet, Orange Chicken Hy-Vee, Inc. Orange Chicken Fully Cooked Tempura Chicken Breast Meat With Orange Sauce Packet, Orange Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 214kcal 9.3Protein 5.7Fat —Carbs Soy Sauce Supervalu, Inc. Soy Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 67kcal 13.3Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Traditionally Brewed Soy Sauce Supervalu, Inc. Traditionally Brewed Soy Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 67kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Schnuck Markets, Inc. Stir Fry Sauce, Stir Fry Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 111kcal 5.6Protein 0Fat 22.2Carbs General Tso Sauce, General Tso Food Town Stores Inc. General Tso Sauce, General Tso Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in added sugars — 28% DV per serving —kcal 0Protein 0Fat 44.4Carbs Sweet & Sour Sauce, Sweet & Sour Hannaford Bros. Co. Sweet & Sour Sauce, Sweet & Sour Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 129kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs Stir Fry Marinade & Sauce, Stir Fry Food Town Stores Inc. Stir Fry Marinade & Sauce, Stir Fry Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 23% DV per serving 111kcal 5.6Protein 0Fat 22.2Carbs Sweet & Sour Sauce, Sweet & Sour Associated Wholesale Grocers, Inc. Sweet & Sour Sauce, Sweet & Sour Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 129kcal 0Protein 0Fat 28.6Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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