Definition and Usage Areas Sodium benzoate

Sodium benzoate, sodium benzoate, which is included in many products, is a kind of salt derivative preferred as a preservative. This substance, which is also used to add flavor to some products, should not be used too much in food products. It was deemed appropriate to use a maximum of 0.1%. Excessive use of NaC6H5CO2 in foods can cause serious health problems in people. This substance, which is taken over the given measure, can cause problems such as obesity over time and may cause serious problems in the coming days.

Sodium benzoate, which is used to extend the shelf life of food products, canned products, especially soft drinks, toothpastes, medicines and pickles are used. How much sodium NaC6H5CO2 is used in ready-to-eat foods can be written in the ingredients of the product. Benzonic, which is the active ingredient of NaC6H5CO2, is naturally present in plants or animals. This substance, which is not seen as very healthy, is found in almost every ready-made food.

NaC6H5CO2 may also be included in ready meals, sausage, salami, drinks with dye, chips, ready-made meatballs, ready-made sauces, fruit juices and candies. Since these products have a slightly longer shelf life, it will be inevitable that they contain additives.

Usage areas

• NaC6H5CO2 is used as a preservative in the food industries and in the production of some industrial products. It is widely used in the food industry, especially in carbonated drinks and similar beverages, pickles, ketchup and similar sauces, marmalade and jams, margarine, olive production, processed fish products and confectionery.
• Sodium Benzoate is a food additive that makes food products resistant to mold and fungi. In addition, it has the feature of preserving food colors.
• As with all food preservatives, excessive use can affect the taste of the food product. As with food preservatives, it is generally recommended to use 0.1% to 0.2% of Sodium Benzoate.