Ingredient · E211

Less Than 1% Sodium Benzoate

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

What it is

Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid, a chemical that occurs naturally in small amounts in many plants, such as cranberries and plums. It is typically manufactured synthetically for use in food.

Why it's used

Sodium benzoate is used as a preservative to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria in foods and beverages. It is most effective in acidic foods, and is commonly found in acidic products like soft drinks, pickles, jams, and salad dressings.

Health notes

In the US, sodium benzoate is Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used according to good manufacturing practices. It has been evaluated by JECFA and EFSA. Some studies have explored potential links between sodium benzoate and hyperactivity in children, but the evidence is mixed and inconclusive. When consumed within typical dietary amounts, it is not considered to pose a health risk.

Allergen info

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

Products containing Less Than 1% Sodium Benzoate

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Pickled Eggs Red Smith Foods, Inc. Pickled Eggs Eggs & Egg Substitutes High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 120kcal 10Protein 6Fat 2Carbs Renaissance Food Group, LLC General Tso's Chicken, Vegetable And Steamed Rice Other Deli High in sodium — 88% DV per serving 166kcal 3.8Protein 2.5Fat 32.0Carbs Dollar Tree Stores, Inc. Calder's Gourmet, Tartar Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 467kcal 0Protein 46.7Fat 6.7Carbs TRZ Marketing Korean BBQ Wing Sauce Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 150kcal 3.3Protein 6.7Fat 20Carbs Red Smith Foods, Inc. Pickled Eggs Eggs & Egg Substitutes High in cholesterol — 37% DV per serving 120kcal 10Protein 6Fat 2Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Caribbean Style Sauce, Caribbean Style Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 194kcal 0Protein 0Fat 47.2Carbs Minor's, Bourbon Style Sauce Nestle USA Inc. Minor's, Bourbon Style Sauce Other Cooking Sauces 211kcal 0Protein 0Fat 52.6Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Szechuan Sauce, Szechuan Other Cooking Sauces 141kcal 3.1Protein 6.2Fat 15.6Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Minor's, Zesty Orange Sauce Other Cooking Sauces 237kcal 0Protein 0Fat 55.3Carbs Nestle USA Inc. Szechuan Sauce Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 141kcal 3.1Protein 6.2Fat 15.6Carbs Soy Sauce, Soy Stater Bros. Markets Inc. Soy Sauce, Soy Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces 67kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs Smart & Final Iris Corporation Soy Sauce, Soy Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 37% DV per serving 67kcal 6.7Protein 0Fat 6.7Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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