Sodium Benzoate

INGREDIENT

Sodium Benzoate

Preservative

Approved

Widely used preservative with an established safety profile at permitted concentrations. Irritation or sensitivity is uncommon but possible.

Also known as 1 Synonym
Function Inhibits microbial growth, particularly in acidic formulations.
Safety Meter Approved
Evidence Level Strong
CAS Number 532-32-1
Category Preservative
Function Inhibits microbial growth, particularly in acidic formulations.
Evidence Level Strong
Status Approved
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What it does

Inhibits microbial growth, particularly in acidic formulations.

OUR STANDARD

How to read this rating

This rating reflects the Oh Daisey ingredient standard and the evidence currently available for cosmetic use. Product safety can also depend on concentration, exposure route, formulation, manufacturing quality, and individual sensitivity.

RESEARCH

Sources

  1. 1 pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
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This ingredient appears in 31 Oh Daisey Approved Products.

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