Sodium Benzoate (E211) Supplier in Malaysia
- Also known as
- E211
- Benzoic Acid Sodium Salt
- Sodium Salt of Benzoic Acid
- Benzoate of Soda
Sodium benzoate supplier for food, beverage, personal-care, pharmaceutical and technical manufacturers in Malaysia. Also known as E211, benzoic acid sodium salt and benzoate of soda, this water-soluble preservative is typically supplied as a white crystalline powder or free-flowing granules.
Food-grade powder supports dry blends and aqueous additions in acidic soft drinks, juices, sauces, condiments and fruit preparations. Granules are often preferred for weighing and controlled charging. Personal-care and pharmaceutical grades support preservation systems, while technical grades serve industrial corrosion-inhibitor formulations.
Sodium benzoate is not benzoic acid, potassium sorbate or sodium erythorbate. Buyers should request the exact product named on the formulation or purchasing specification, including any assay, particle-size or impurity limits that apply.
Send the required grade, powder or granular form, specification, quantity and delivery location with your enquiry. Availability, packing, documentation and delivery timing are confirmed with the quotation.
- CAS number
- 532-32-1
- Formula
- C7H5NaO2
- Grade
- food, personal care, pharmaceutical, technical
- Appearance
- white crystalline powder or granules
Sodium Benzoate grades and forms
We supply several forms to suit different formulating and dosing setups. If you need a size that is not listed, ask us.
| Grade | Form | Assay | Typical use | Packing |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Food-grade sodium benzoate powder (E211) | white crystalline powder | — | Specified for dry blends and for preparing aqueous additions in acidic beverages, sauces, condiments, fruit preparations and related food systems. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Food-grade sodium benzoate granules | free-flowing white granules | — | Free-flowing form selected for weighing, controlled charging or dissolution before addition to food and beverage processes. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Personal-care and pharmaceutical grade | white crystalline powder or granules | — | Specified for personal-care preservation systems and selected pharmaceutical formulations that call for a water-soluble benzoate matched to the buyer specification. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
| Technical grade sodium benzoate | white powder or granules | — | Industrial corrosion-inhibitor and technical formulations where food additive status is not required. | Confirm the required pack format with the quotation. |
How to buy sodium benzoate from ChemTrade
Request a quote for sodium benzoate
Use the form below to request a quotation. You can also email sales@chemtrademalaysia.com or send us a message on WhatsApp.
Specifications
| Parameter | Value | Method |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | white crystalline powder or granules according to form | — |
| CAS number | 532-32-1 | — |
| Molecular formula | C7H5NaO2 | — |
| Solubility in water | freely soluble | — |
Sodium Benzoate applications
Safety and handling
Store sealed in a cool, dry place and protect from moisture. Follow the handling information for the material quoted.
Common questions about sodium benzoate
Is sodium benzoate the same as benzoic acid?
No. Sodium benzoate is the sodium salt of benzoic acid (E211) and is freely water soluble. Free benzoic acid (E210) is only slightly soluble in water and is a separate product. Request the exact material named in the formulation or purchasing specification.
Which sodium benzoate form should I request, powder or granules?
Powder is often selected for dry blending or rapid dispersion in aqueous systems. Granules may suit easier weighing and controlled charging. State the process preference and any particle-size limits with the enquiry.
Can food-grade sodium benzoate be used in acidic beverages and sauces?
Food-grade sodium benzoate (E211) is widely specified for acidic soft drinks, juices, sauces, condiments and fruit preparations. Suitability depends on product pH, recipe and local use rules, so buyers should describe the application and target specification when enquiring.
Is sodium benzoate suitable for personal-care or pharmaceutical use?
Suitable grades are used in some personal-care preservation systems and selected pharmaceutical formulations. Compatibility depends on the full formula, so state the intended use and any grade limits with the enquiry.
What packing can be quoted for sodium benzoate?
Packing depends on the grade, form, quantity and quoted source. Include the preferred pack size and handling constraints with the enquiry, and packing is confirmed in the quotation.
How is sodium benzoate priced in Malaysia?
Price depends on grade, powder or granular form, quantity, packing and delivery requirement. A current price is provided by quotation with a stated validity period rather than published as a fixed figure.