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Sodium benzoate
Sodium benzoate is a white crystalline powder used as a preservative in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It inhibits the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging, it has a CAS number of 532-32-1, molecular formula C6H5COONa, and molecular weight of 144.10 g/mol. Store at ambient temperatures. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Sodium benzoate is a white crystalline powder used as a preservative in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It inhibits the growth of mold, yeast, and bacteria. Available in 1 kg, 5 kg, and 25 kg packaging, it has a CAS number of 532-32-1, molecular formula C6H5COONa, and molecular weight of 144.10 g/mol. Store at ambient temperatures. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium benzoate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White grains, dust free no odour |
| Insoluble Matter | Passes test |
| Organic Volatile Impurities | Passes test |
| Mercury, mg/kg | ≤0.1 |
| Iron (mg/kg) | ≤1 |
| Heavy metals (mg/kg) | ≤10 |
| Chloride as Cl (mg/kg) | ≤50 |
| Assay on dried product (%m/m) | ≥99.9% |
| Loss on drying (%m/m) | ≤1.0% |
| Colour, 10% m/m solution in water (APHA) | ≤1.0% |
| Acidity (mg NAOH/g) | ≤0.40 |
| Alkalinity (mg HCI/g) | ≤0.37 |
| Phenol (mg/kg) | ≤2% |
| Sulphate, as SO42- (mg/kg) | ≤50 |
| Halogenated Compounds, as Cl- (mg/kg) | ≤25 |
| Total Chlorine, as Cl- (mg/kg) | ≤75 |
| Turbidity (of a 10% (m/m) solution in water) (NTU) | ≤0.5 |
| Oxidizable substances (ml 0.02 mol KMnO4/g) | ≤0.1 |
| Polycyclic acids | Passes test |
| Phthalic acid (mg/kg) | ≤50 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 532-32-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C6H5COONa |
| Molecular Weight | 144.10 |
| SMILES | [Na].O=C(O)C=1C=CC=CC1 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29163111 |
| Tariff Code | 2916310090 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is sodium benzoate used for?
Sodium benzoate is primarily used as a preservative in food, beverages, and pharmaceuticals due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium benzoate?
The formula is C6H5COONa and the molecular weight is 144.10 g/mol.
How should sodium benzoate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of sodium benzoate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies food-grade sodium benzoate suitable for use in food and pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply sodium benzoate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium benzoate in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a sodium benzoate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) upon request.
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