Food grade sodium benzoate supplier
Qualify E211 identity, dry-basis assay, moisture, acidity, solution clarity, contaminants and particle form.
Food grade ingredient · Antimicrobial food preservative · E211
Food Grade Sodium Benzoate
Food grade sodium benzoate is a water-soluble benzoate preservative used mainly in suitable acidic beverages, sauces, fruit products and other regulated foods.
- CAS number
- 532-32-1
- Food additive
- INS 211
- Identity
- C7H5NaO2
- MOQ
- 500 kg
Share the application, critical limits, test methods, quantity, packing and destination.
Qualification scopeKosher, Halal and ISO documents on request
Reference packing25 kg woven bag; powder, spherical or cylindrical granules
Container loadingPowder 16/12.5-13 MT; spherical 20/16 MT; cylindrical 15.5-16/12-13 MT without/with pallets per 20GP
Batch evidenceSpecification and COA on request
Direct product answer
What is food grade Sodium Benzoate?
Food grade sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, identified as INS 211. Its antimicrobial effectiveness is strongly influenced by finished-product pH, formulation, process, packaging and the target microorganisms.
Commercial suitability depends on the exact grade, source, test method, intended function and destination-market rules. The current signed specification and batch COA govern each transaction.
Buyer-intent guide
How to source food grade Sodium Benzoate in bulk
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Sodium benzoate powder vs granules
Powder, spherical granules and cylindrical granules differ in flow, dusting, dissolution and container loading.
Sodium benzoate for acidic beverages
Provide beverage pH, process, packaging and preservative system for technically relevant sample evaluation.
Bulk E211 25 kg bags
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Application screening
Common food grade Sodium Benzoate applications
These are formulation areas rather than universal approvals or dosage recommendations. Confirm legal use and performance in the complete finished food.
Fruit juice and soft drinks
Used in suitable acidic beverages after pH, flavor, process and local-limit validation.
Sauces and condiments
Helps control yeasts, molds and selected bacteria in compatible acidic systems.
Pickles and relishes
Works as one element of an acid, salt, heat and packaging preservation program.
Jams and fruit preparations
May support shelf-life control where the recipe and regulatory category permit.
Canned and prepared foods
Validate target organisms, thermal process and package integrity; preservative addition is not a substitute for process control.
Bakery fillings
Can be evaluated for suitable acidic fillings rather than assumed effective in all baked products.
Supplied technical data
Food grade Sodium Benzoate reference specification
The table reproduces the supplied attachment for procurement screening. It is not a batch COA or a statement of universal regulatory limits.
| Test item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder or granules |
| Content, dry basis | ≥99.0% |
| Acidity | ≤0.2 mL |
| Moisture | ≤1.5% |
| Aqueous solution test | Clear |
| Heavy metals (as Pb) | ≤10 mg/kg |
| Arsenic | ≤2 mg/kg |
| Chloride | ≤0.02% |
| Sulfate | ≤0.1% |
| Oxides | Meets requirements |
| Solution color | Y6 |
| Phthalates | Meets requirements |
| Total chloride | ≤0.03% |
| Alternative limits | As agreed with the customer |
Specification note: The supplied sheet lists both chloride ≤0.02% and total chloride ≤0.03%, and uses the item labels “Oxides” and “Phthalates.” These are reproduced without reinterpretation. Confirm the exact analytical definitions, methods and acceptance criteria on the signed specification and COA.
Technical selection
Questions to resolve before approving Sodium Benzoate
Particle form
Choose powder, spherical granules or cylindrical granules based on dusting, flow and dissolution requirements.
Finished-product pH
Benzoate preservation is most relevant in acidic systems; provide the real equilibrium pH and formulation.
Preservation system
Review heat treatment, hygiene, packaging, sorbate or other hurdles and target shelf life together.
Regulatory limits
Maximum levels depend on food category and market; validate the exact finished product before use.
Qualification support
Documents and evidence to request
Product documents
Request the current signed specification or TDS, SDS, test methods and representative or batch COA.
Food qualification
Verify applicable Kosher, Halal, ISO and food-safety documents for the exact grade, source and manufacturing site.
Independent reference
Review the FAO/JECFA sodium benzoate specification for identity context, then apply destination-market rules separately.
Storage and handling
Protect Sodium Benzoate in storage
- EnvironmentStore sealed in a cool, dry and ventilated area away from direct sunlight and heat; the attachment advises below 30°C where specified.
- MoistureProtect bags or drums from rain, humidity, caking and contamination.
- ControlsKeep original packaging intact and follow the current SDS and site hygiene procedures.
Buyer questions
Food grade Sodium Benzoate FAQ
What is food grade Sodium Benzoate used for?
Sodium Benzoate is used in selected food formulations for antimicrobial food preservative functions. Suitability, legal use and dosage must be confirmed for the exact finished food and destination market.
What are the CAS and food additive numbers for Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium Benzoate is identified by CAS 532-32-1 and INS 211. Confirm the exact supplied grade and current market rules.
What is the minimum order quantity for Sodium Benzoate?
The supplied reference minimum order quantity is 500 kg. Sample, trial and commercial availability should be confirmed for the selected grade.
How is Sodium Benzoate packed?
The supplied reference packing is 25 kg woven bag; powder, spherical or cylindrical granules. Confirm liner, pallet, marks and container loading in the quotation.
What should be included in a Sodium Benzoate RFQ?
Provide the food application, target specification and test methods, quantity, particle or grade preference, destination, pallet requirements, certificates and requested delivery date.
Last reviewed 2026-07-25 by Bespring Chemical technical and export team.
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