sodium benzoate

Main Applications: Food Preservation (Nutrition) – the sodium salt of benzoic acid, it is one of the most common food preservatives (used in acidic foods, beverages, and condiments to inhibit molds and bacteria), Beverages & Personal Care – used in soft drinks, juices, and in cosmetic products (like mouthwash, shampoos) as an anti-microbial agent; Pharma – used in certain formulations and as a diagnostic aid in medicine (and as a tablet lubricant or in cough syrups). Also used in antifreeze and automotive coolants as a corrosion inhibitor for aluminum.