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Permitted Class II Preservatives (INS 211)
Also known as sodium benzoate, a widely used food preservative to inhibit microbial growth and extend shelf life.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated Aug 3, 2025
Health score-2.0
-5Poor5
Water guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Food and supplement guidelines
- Legal limit
- Not specified
- Health guideline
- Not specified
Risks
Potential irritant, possible formation of benzene under certain conditions, concerns about hyperactivity in children, ingestion toxicity at high doses
Benefits
Effective antimicrobial preservative, extends shelf life of food products
References
Waters containing Permitted Class II Preservatives (INS 211)
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