Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives
What is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives?
Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are salts of benzoic acid and sorbic acid, respectively. Benzoic acid is found naturally in many plants, like cranberries and cloves. Sorbic acid is typically produced industrially.
Is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives vegan?
Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives a major allergen?
Neither sodium benzoate nor potassium sorbate are derived from or are one of the FDA's major allergens.
What is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives used for?
These compounds are added to foods as preservatives to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria.
Is Sodium Benzoate And Potassium Sorbate Added As Preservatives safe?
Both sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are approved for use in the US and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
These compounds are added to foods as preservatives to prevent the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria. They are commonly found in acidic foods such as salad dressings, soft drinks, jams, and pickles.
Health notes
Both sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are approved for use in the US and are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated them. Some studies have explored potential links between sodium benzoate and hyperactivity in children, but the evidence is mixed and not conclusive at typical consumption levels. They can also form benzene in the presence of vitamin C, though levels are usually very low.
Allergen info
Neither sodium benzoate nor potassium sorbate are derived from or are one of the FDA's major allergens. They do not contain gluten.
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