Appearance
White powder
Function
Is a food preservative that inhibits the growth of mold, yeast and some bacteria. It works best in low-pH products, below 4.5, where it exists as benzoic acid. It is also used as a preservative in the pharmaceutical industry.
Synonyms
Potassium Benzoate NF, FCC Dense K; Benzoate of Potash; Benzoic Acid Potassium Salt; Potassium Benzoate Powder NF FCC
Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers.
Packages
- 250 Gram HDPE WM Bottle
- 50 lb. Bag [MACCO]
- 50 lb. Fiber Drum
- 100 lb. Fiber Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industries
- Food & bev.
- pharmaceutical
Product Classes
- Preservatives/antimicrobials
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 S 2 CL 85
- Kosher Status: Kosher
- Flash Point: 111.4 øC
- Melting Point: >300øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 160.21 g/mol