Benzoic Acid
Benzoic acid is a preservative used to prevent bacteria, mold and yeast growth.
Found In
- Condiments
- Dressings
- Juices
- Pickles and jams
- Sodas
- Condiments
- Dressings
- Juices
- Pickles and jams
- Sodas
Also Known As
- Benzenecarboxylic Acid
- Benzeneformic Acid
- Carboxybenzene
- Dracylic Acid
- E210
- Phenylcarboxylic Acid
- Phenylformic Acid
- Benzenemethanoic Acid
- Benzenecarboxylic Acid
- Benzeneformic Acid
- Carboxybenzene
- Dracylic Acid
- E210
- Phenylcarboxylic Acid
- Phenylformic Acid
- Benzenemethanoic Acid
The Beverage Bottom Line
Benzoic acid is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Benzoic acid is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
International Assessments and Authorizations
FDA U.S. Food And Drug Administration
Affirmation by FDA this ingredient is generally recognized as safe as a direct human food ingredient. (GRAS FDA-Affirmed)
In 1973, benzoic acid was assessed for its health effects.
Learn more →EFSA European Food Safety Authority
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →JECFA Joint FAO/WHO Expert Committee on Food Additives
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more → Health Canada
Safe for intended uses.
Learn more →This page was last updated on 6/30/2025