Capitol Food Company Sodium Benzoate is an antimicrobial preservative and flavoring agent synthesized by combining benzoic acid with sodium hydroxide. This product does not occur naturally, but when mixed with water it produces benzoic acid, which can be found naturally in certain fruits such as plums, cranberries, and apples. It is mainly used in the food industry as a food preservative, but it can also be found in cosmetics, dyes, pharmaceuticals, and industrial settings.
Ingredient Name: Sodium Benzoate
Functions: Anti-Microbial Agent, Flavoring Agent, Preservative
Certifications & Compliance: SQF Certified, SQF Level II
