Product Description

ProductPotassium benzoate
CAS582-25-2 (anhyd)
FormulaC6H5COOK
SynonymPotassium benzoate, Benzoic acid potassium salt

Typical Product Specifications

NotesPotassium benzoate is a Potassium salt of benzoic acid; avail. as the trihydrate Potassium benzoate uses and applications include: Preservative for foods, margarine, beverages, adhesives, cosmetics; antimicrobial, preservative in pharmaceuticals; lubricant for pharmaceutical tablets; pyrotechnic ingredient; corrosion inhibitor for aqueous systems, antifreeze; in closure-sealing gaskets for food containers; corrosion inhibitor for aqueous paints and antifreezes coolant. Suggested storage of Potassium benzoate: Hygroscopic; Store in a dry, cool and well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, open flame, orother ignition sources
ClassSpecialty Chemicals
FunctionAntimicrobial, Preservative, Acid, Lubricant
IndustryCosmetic, Pharmaceutical, Adhesives
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