Sodium Benzoate

CAS NO.: 532-32-1
EINECS: 208-534-8

It's a salt derived from benzoic acid and is used as a preservative in foods and cosmetics. Sodium benzoate and water produce benzoic acid, which is the active form of the preservative. Sodium benzoate has been used in a wide variety of products because of its antimicrobial and flavor characteristics. 
 
1.       Chemical Analysis

Component	Range	Typical
Content	99.0% min.	99.98%
Loss on drying	2.0 % max.	0.93%
The Acid & Alkalinity	≤0.2ml	≤0.2ml(on the principle of 0.1mol/l NaOH)
Clarity of Solution	Clear & Colorless	Passed the test
Chlorides	≤0.02%	≤0.02%
Total Chlorine	≤0.03%	≤0.03%
Heavy Metal	≤0.001%	≤0.001%
Arsenic	≤0.0003%	≤0.0003%
Hg	≤0.0001%	≤0.0001%
Appearance	Free flowing white powder	Passed the test

 
2.       Application
 

Preservative	l   Sodium Benzoate is bacteriostatic and fungistatic under acidic conditions. It is most widely used in acidic foods, also used as a preservative in medicines and cosmetics.
Fuel	l   used in fireworks as a fuel in whistle mix, a powder that emits a whistling noise when compressed into a tube and ignited; l   The fuel is also one of the fastest burning rocket fuels and provides a lot of thrust and smoke.
Corrosion inhibitor	l   Used to keep many different types of metals from rusting. l   Used as a corrosion inhibitor in engine coolant systems.

 
 
3.Transportation Information
 

DOT Classification:	Not a DOT controlled material
U.N.	Not applicable.
Packing Group:	Not applicable.

 
3.       Storage & Handing
 
·         Store in a tightly closed container.
·         Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.