Product Introduction
WEHENGFOOD is a professional sodium benzoate manufacturer, supplier and exporter in China, specializing in high-quality food grade Sodium Benzoate (E211) for global food, beverage, pharmaceutical and industrial applications.
With years of experience in food additives supply chain management, we provide Sodium Benzoate powder and granular forms to meet different customer requirements. The powder form is the most commonly used specification worldwide because of its excellent solubility, easy blending performance and wide applications in liquid food and beverage industries.
Besides our own production and supply, WEHENGFOOD also cooperates with leading Chinese sodium benzoate manufacturers and distributes Wuhan Youji Holdings Limited ’s high-quality sodium benzoate products to overseas markets, helping global customers obtain stable supply, competitive pricing and reliable quality.
What is Sodium Benzoate?
Sodium Benzoate (E211) is the sodium salt of benzoic acid, a widely used food preservative with excellent antimicrobial properties. It is commonly produced through the neutralization reaction of benzoic acid and sodium hydroxide.
The product appears as a white crystalline powder or granule, odorless and easily soluble in water. Sodium Benzoate is widely recognized as an effective preservative for controlling the growth of microorganisms, especially in acidic food and beverage systems.
Powder vs. Granular: Two Forms, One Quality Standard
| Form | Characteristics | Best suited for |
|---|---|---|
| Powder (standard, most common form) | Fast dissolving, uniform fine particle size — the default and most frequently ordered form on the market | Automated dosing lines, food processing, cosmetic & pharmaceutical formulations |
| Granular | Free-flowing, low dust, resists caking | Manual dosing, long-distance bulk transport, dust-sensitive workshops |
Unless otherwise specified, orders are shipped as powder by default. If granular form is required, please indicate this at the time of ordering.
Certificate of Analysis
Item | Specification | Result |
Exterior | White crystalline powder | Conforms |
Content | ≥99.0% | 99.50% |
Loss on drying | ≤ 1.5% | 1.25% |
sulfate | Pass | Conforms |
Pb Heavy Metal | ≤0.001% | <0.001% |
Chloride | ≤0.03% | <0.03% |
Easy oxide | Pass | Conforms |
As Arsenic | ≤0.0002% | <0.0002% |
Dissolve test | Pass | Conforms |
Conclusion | The product conforms to corporation standard | |
Functions and Usages
Function & Key Properties
- Broad-spectrum antimicrobial — inhibits the growth of yeasts, molds and many bacteria, extending shelf life
- Most effective in acidic media — performs best at pH below 4.5, where it converts to its active form, benzoic acid
- Stable & easy to handle — heat- and light-stable, with a shelf life of up to 24 months when stored sealed and dry
- Fast-dissolving — high water solubility supports continuous, automated production lines
- Cost-efficient — effective at low usage levels (typically 0.05%–0.1%)
- Compatible — can be combined with potassium sorbate and other preservatives for a synergistic effect
Applications
- Food & Beverage — carbonated soft drinks, fruit juices, jams, soy sauce, vinegar, pickles, condiments and bakery fillings
- Personal Care & Household — toothpaste, mouthwash, cosmetics and household cleaning products
- Pharmaceuticals — preservative in syrups and oral liquid formulations
- Animal Feed — anti-mold and preservation additive for feed and feed premixes
- Industrial Use — dye mordant, plasticizer intermediate, and building block for organic synthesis
Factory
Package
Exhibitions
FAQ
Q1: What is the minimum order quantity (MOQ)?
500kg.
Q2: What is the lead time?
Standard 5–15 days, depending on order volume and packaging.
Q3: What are the payment terms?
50% deposit in advance, balance paid against a copy of the Bill of Lading (B/L).
Q4: What’s the difference between powder and granular?
Same chemistry and preservative performance; powder dissolves faster and is finer, granular flows better and resists caking.
Q5: Which form should I choose?
Powder is the standard, most commonly ordered form; choose granular for dust-sensitive or manual-dosing settings.
Q6: Is it food grade or industrial grade?
Food grade, purity ≥99%, compliant with GB 1808 and FCC.
