PRODUCT NAME:

Potassium benzoate

PROPERTIES:

White crystalline powder

CAS NO.:

582-25-2

H.S.CODE:

2916310090

PACKING:

25kg cardboard drum/ paper bag

Others as per customer’s requirement

RECOMMENDED USAGE/APPLICATIONS:

Potassium benzoate, the potassium salt of benzoic acid, is a food preservative that inhibits the growth of mold,yeast and some bacteria. It works best in low-pH products, below 4.5, where it exists as benzoic acid.

Acidic foods and beverages such as fruit juice (citric acid), sparkling drinks (carbonic acid), soft drinks (phosphoric acid), and pickles (vinegar) may be preserved with potassium benzoate. It is approved for use in most countries includingCanada, the U.S., and the EU, where it is designated by the E number E212. In the EU, it is not recommended for consumption by children.