Typical dose
Typically used at concentrations of 0.1% to 0.5%...
Rating
2.0/5
Oral
Oral safety: low
About this supplement
Sodium Benzoate is a widely used preservative that inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast, and fungi in various products, including liquid supplements and beauty products. It is effective at low concentrations and is often used in acidic environments, such as soft drinks and salad dressings. Sodium Benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid and is recognized for its safety and efficacy in food preservation.
How much to take
- Typical amount
- Typically used at concentrations of 0.1% to 0.5% in products.
- Suggested range
- 0.1-0.5% in formulations
Potential benefits
Benefits linked to this supplement form:
Things to watch for
Possible side effects linked to this form:
Health goals
Needs and goals this form may help with:
Other forms of Sodium
Compare absorption and active amounts with sibling forms:
Sodium
Sodium acetate
Sodium Aluminosilicate
Sodium Ascorbate
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium biphosphate
Sodium biselenite
Sodium bisulfate
Sodium Butyrate
Sodium caprylate
Sodium Carbonate
sodium carboxymethyl cellulose
Sodium Casein Proteinate-starch
Sodium Chloride
Sodium chloride
Sodium chlorite
Sodium choleate
Sodium Citrate
Sodium decanoate
Sodium dihydrogen phosphate
Sodium Dodecyl Sulfate
Sodium ferrocyanide
Sodium Gluconate
Sodium Glutamate
Sodium glycerophosphate
Sodium Hexametaphosphate
Sodium Hydroxide
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
Sodium metabisulfite
Sodium Metavanadate
Sodium nitrate
Sodium Nitrate
Sodium orthovanadate
Sodium Phosphate
sodium pyrophosphate
Sodium pyruvate
Sodium silicate
Sodium sorbate
Sodium Starch Glycolate
Sodium stearoyl lactylate
Sodium Stearyl Fumarate
Sodium Sulfate
Sodium Tetrachloroaurate
Sodium Thiosulfate
Sodium tungstate
Sodium Vanadate
Sodium vanadate (unspecified)
Technical details â–¼
Chemical ID (CAS)
532-32-1
Physical properties
Sodium Benzoate is a white crystalline powder that is soluble in water. It has a slightly sweet taste and is stable under normal conditions.
How it’s made
Sodium Benzoate is produced by neutralizing benzoic acid with sodium hydroxide or sodium bicarbonate.