Sodium Benzoate
Sodium benzoate is a salt of benzoic acid and is used as a preservative to prevent bacteria, mold and yeast growth.
Found In
- Condiments
- Dressings
- Jams
- Juices
- Pickles
- Sodas
- Condiments
- Dressings
- Jams
- Juices
- Pickles
- Sodas
Also Known As
- Antimol
- Benzoate of Soda
- Sobenate
- Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
- E211
- Antimol
- Benzoate of Soda
- Sobenate
- Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
- E211
The Beverage Bottom Line
Sodium benzoate is authorized for use in the U.S., Europe and Canada.
This ingredient may have authorizations in countries not included on this site.
Sodium benzoate 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, the health aspects of benzoic acid and sodium benzoate for use as food additives were evaluated.
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