Potassium benzoate

Potassium 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