a white crystalline soluble compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal agent in preserving food (E211), as an antiseptic, and in making dyes and pharmaceuticals. Formula: (C6H5COO)Na
Also called: benzoate of soda
sodium benzoate in American English
a sweet, odorless, white powder, C6H5COONa, the sodium salt of benzoic acid, used as a food preservative, antiseptic, etc.
sodium benzoate in the Pharmaceutical Industry
(soʊdiəm bɛnzoʊeɪt)
noun
(Pharmaceutical: Excipients)
Sodium benzoate is a white crystalline compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal preservativeand as an antiseptic.
Sodium benzoate preserves medicines and foods because of its antifungal properties.
Sodium benzoate has antibacterial and antifungal uses in foods and pharmaceuticals.
Sodium benzoate is a white crystalline compound used as an antibacterial and antifungal preservativeand as an antiseptic.