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Sodium Benzoate [A Preservative]
Sodium benzoate is a widely used antimicrobial preservative effective against yeasts, bacteria, and fungi in acidic foods and beverages.
Mineral or nutrientUpdated May 21, 2026
Health score+2.0
-5Good5
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, limited endocrine disruption concerns, ingestion toxicity at high doses
Benefits
Prevents microbial growth, extends shelf life, maintains food safety
References
Waters containing Sodium Benzoate [A Preservative]
8 matches
Nexus Protein sparkling Water
Sparkling
Rosa Sparkling Mineral Water plastic bottle
Sparkling
a AQuelle Apple Sparkling flavoured drink
Sparkling
Kirvi Strawberry & Raspberry
Sparkling
aQuellé Sparkling Flavoured Drink Lemon plastic bottle
Sparkling
Onfresh Lemon Max Sparkling Water plastic bottle
Sparkling
Bigga grape 600ml
Sparkling
Flash Up Zero Mode Peach Bilberry
Sparkling