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  • Below is a brief introduction to the main advantages of Dextrose Monohydrate.
    Rapid energy supply
     
    Quickly absorbed by the human body, ideal for sports drinks, energy products, and oral rehydration salts.
     
  • Mild, clean sweetness
     
    Less sweet than sucrose, no bitter aftertaste, improves taste without overpowering flavor.
     
  • Excellent fermentability
     
    Promotes yeast activity in bread, buns, and fermented food, shortens proofing time.
     
  • Better browning effect
     
    Enhances Maillard reaction, giving bakery products golden color and rich aroma.
     
  • Low freezing point depression
     
    Improves smoothness and softness in ice cream, frozen desserts, and sorbets.
     
  • Good solubility & fluidity
     
    Dissolves quickly in cold or hot water, suitable for powdered drinks, solid beverages.
     
  • Moisturizing & anti‑staling effect
     
    Extends shelf life, keeps bread, cakes, and pastries soft and fresh.
     
  • Stable crystallization control
     
    Prevents graining in candy, jam, and syrup, improves transparency and texture.
     
  • Cost-effective & widely available
     
    Reliable supply, consistent quality, widely used in mass food production.
     

  • Compatible with most ingredients
     
    Works well with sugar, starch, proteins, acids, and other additives.
    Sweeteners Dextrose Monohydrate
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1. Rich & Authentic Vanilla-Aroma Profile

Ethyl Vanillin delivers an intense, long-lasting vanilla and creamy fragrance—approximately 2–3 times stronger than standard vanillin. It imparts a classic, mild vanilla flavor to food, creating a rich and comfortable taste experience. It is one of the most widely used vanilla flavorings in the food industry.

2. Powerful Flavor Enhancement & Boosting

It significantly strengthens the original flavor of food products. It makes notes like sweetness, creaminess, cereal aroma, and cocoa aroma more prominent, resulting in a fuller, well-layered flavor profile. This effectively elevates the overall sensory quality and taste experience of the products.

3. Mask Unwanted Odors & Improve Flavor Harmony

It efficiently masks off-flavors, strange smells, bitterness, or astringency from raw materials, ensuring a clean and pleasant taste. Meanwhile, it balances flavor notes such as sweetness, sourness, and creaminess, making the overall taste more coordinated and natural.

4. Boost Sweetness & Reduce Sweetener Usage

Ethyl Vanillin has a notable sweetness-enhancing effect. It increases the perceived intensity of sweetness. When used in candies, beverages, and dairy products, it helps optimize sweetness levels and reduce the amount of sugar or sweeteners needed.

5. Excellent Heat Stability for High-Temperature Processing

It features good heat resistance, maintaining stable flavor even under high-temperature processing conditions such as baking, boiling, sterilization, and extrusion. It does not easily volatilize or degrade, making it highly versatile for various food production processes.

6. Wide Application in Diverse Food Categories

It is extensively used in baked goods, chocolate, candies, ice cream, dairy products, beverages, pastries, biscuits, instant foods, condiments, and alcoholic beverages. As a key flavoring agent, it enhances product quality and extends flavor stability during shelf life.

Food Grade Flavor Enhancers Ethyl Vanillin

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Phosphoric Acid (H₃PO₄) is an important inorganic acid widely used in many industries.

We mainly supply Food Grade and Industrial Grade Phosphoric Acid with standard concentration of 75%, 85%.

Main Applications

Food industry: Used as acidulant, pH regulator and preservative in beverages, canned food, jams and other food products.

Agriculture: Raw material for manufacturing phosphate fertilizers and feed additives.

Metal surface treatment: For steel anti-rust, cleaning and polishing.

Electronics & chemicals: Used in semiconductor cleaning, water treatment and producing various phosphates.

Our advantages

Stable supply & high quality

Competitive price

Prompt delivery

Full set of certificates available

If you are interested, welcome to contact us for quotation.

Food Additives Grade Phosphoric Acid

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Vitamin C is an essential daily nutrient, indispensable for whitening and boosting immunity. However, the browning of cut apples and the inactivation of vitamin C effervescent tablets when left for a long time are both related to its "stability", and its "fragility" (instability) is precisely the key to its antioxidant capacity.

Where Lies the "Fragility" of Vitamin C?

Vitamin C (scientific name: L-ascorbic acid) has extremely poor stability and is easily damaged by 5 common factors in daily life: heat-sensitive (decomposes easily at high temperatures), oxygen-sensitive (loses efficacy when exposed to air), light-sensitive (decomposition accelerated by ultraviolet rays), alkali-sensitive (easily destroyed in an alkaline environment but more stable in an acidic environment), and metal-sensitive (catalyzed decomposition by iron and copper ions).
Simply put, the instability of vitamin C essentially means it is easily oxidized. When encountering the above factors, it will lose electrons and decompose to become ineffective.

Fragility and Antioxidation: Complementary to Each Other

Many people regard instability as a disadvantage, but in fact, it is not — the essence of antioxidation is "sacrificing oneself to protect others", and the antioxidant capacity of vitamin C stems precisely from its oxidizability.
Free radicals are harmful substances that damage cells and cause food spoilage, and antioxidants actively neutralize free radicals. Vitamin C is a "sacrificial" expert: it is more easily oxidized than other substances, can "block" free radicals first, and protect cells and food even as it becomes ineffective itself.
A daily example: A cut apple is less likely to turn brown when squeezed with lemon juice (which contains vitamin C), because vitamin C is oxidized first, protecting the apple flesh. Core rule: The more easily vitamin C is oxidized (the more unstable it is), the stronger its antioxidant capacity; the more stable it is, the weaker its antioxidant capacity.

Daily Use of Vitamin C: Avoid Misunderstandings to Avoid Waste

1. Eating Vitamin C: The Key Is to Retain Its Activity

When eating fruits and vegetables, try to "wash, cut and cook quickly", and prioritize cold mixing or stir-frying over high heat; eat cut fruits as soon as possible; brew vitamin C effervescent tablets with warm water below 40℃ and drink them immediately after brewing to reduce loss.

2. Using Vitamin C: Choose the Right Products to Avoid "Ineffective Pitfalls"

For vitamin C skin care products, prioritize dark opaque packaging; seal and keep them away from light after opening, and use them as soon as possible. Vitamin C derivatives (such as sodium ascorbate) are often used in industrial foods; they are more stable but slightly weaker in antioxidant capacity, which can ensure activity during the shelf life.

Summary

The "fragility" of vitamin C is not a disadvantage, but the foundation of its antioxidation. As long as we pay attention to preservation and operation when eating and using it, we can let this "antioxidant expert" give full play to its value.
Food Additives Grade Ascorbic Acid(Vitamin C)

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Creatine mono is a naturally occurring energy substance in human muscles and is the most thoroughly studied supplement in the fitness and sports fields. Its core functions revolve around energy supply, muscle condition, and athletic performance, with particularly significant effects on anaerobic exercises and strength training. Its mechanism of action is well-defined, and its safety has been extensively verified through numerous clinical trials. The specific core functions are as follows:

 

1. Rapidly replenish muscle energy, enhancing explosive power and strength

The direct energy source for muscle contraction is ATP, but the body's ATP reserves are extremely limited, only sufficient to support a few seconds of high-intensity exercise. Creatine mono is converted into phosphocreatine in the muscles, which can quickly provide energy for ATP regeneration, allowing muscles to continuously obtain energy support during anaerobic high-intensity exercises such as sprinting, weightlifting, squats, and deadlifts. This directly enhances explosive power, absolute strength, and athletic performance, and reduces fatigue caused by insufficient energy.

 

2. Increase water storage in muscle cells, enhancing muscle size and synthesis efficiency

Creatine mono can draw water into muscle cells, keeping them in a full and expanded state. On one hand, this can visually increase muscle size (not fat-induced edema, but normal water storage in muscle cells), making the muscles look more full. On the other hand, this cellular state can activate the body's protein synthesis pathways and simultaneously inhibit muscle breakdown, creating a more favorable internal environment for muscle growth and assisting in muscle building.

 

3. Delay exercise fatigue, increase training volume

During high-intensity training, muscles quickly fatigue due to energy depletion and lactic acid accumulation. Sufficient phosphocreatine reserves can slow down the rate of energy depletion and indirectly reduce the generation and accumulation of lactic acid, allowing you to complete more sets and repetitions in a single training session and increase training volume. Training volume is one of the core factors for muscle growth and improvement in athletic ability. Over time, it can lead to more significant progress in muscle and strength.

 

4. Assist in muscle recovery, reduce post-training soreness

The recovery of micro-injuries in muscles after training requires sufficient energy and nutrient transport. Creatine mono can enhance the energy metabolism efficiency of muscles, accelerate the delivery of nutrients to muscle cells, and simultaneously reduce the oxidative stress caused by training on muscles, helping to repair micro-injuries and alleviate delayed-onset muscle soreness (DOMS), allowing the body to recover faster and train more efficiently in the next session.

 

Supplementary note:

The above effects are particularly significant for anaerobic exercises and strength training, but have minimal impact on pure aerobic exercises such as long-distance running and cycling (aerobic exercises rely mainly on aerobic metabolism for energy supply and do not require rapid phosphocreatine energy supply). The human body can obtain a small amount of creatine through red meat and seafood, and can also synthesize it itself, but the amount is far from sufficient to meet the demands of high-intensity training. Supplementing with creatine mono is the most efficient way, and for individuals with normal kidney function, taking a regular dose of 3-5g per day has no long-term side effects.

 

Food Grade Amino Acids Creatine Mono

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The thickening principle of xanthan gum is quite simple, and it can be summarized in three key points:

1. The "unfolding" of macromolecules into a network in water

Xanthan gum is a long-chain polysaccharide. Upon contact with water, it rapidly absorbs water, expands, and disperses. Countless long chains entangle and interlock, forming a three-dimensional network structure in water. This network traps water molecules, preventing them from flowing freely, thus making the overall mixture thicker and more viscous.

2. A unique rigid double helix structure

Unlike other substances that become limp in water, xanthan gum forms a stable double helix structure that is rigid and firm. This structure enables it to thicken significantly even in small quantities and remain stable.

3. Electrostatic repulsion prevents agglomeration and sedimentation

Xanthan gum molecules carry a negative charge, causing them to repel each other. As a result, they remain evenly dispersed in water without clumping or layering, ensuring a stable thickening effect.

Xanthan Gum Oil Drilling Grade

 

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In the modern food processing industry, stable flavor, food safety and production efficiency are always the core demands of manufacturers. Dehydrated garlic flakes are one of the most essential natural spice ingredients, widely used in global food production, seasoning processing, catering and export fields. As a high-efficiency substitute for fresh garlic, dried garlic flakes perfectly solve the problems of fresh garlic such as easy deterioration, high loss, inconvenient storage and complicated manual processing.

Superior Production Process & Food Grade Quality

Our dehydrated garlic flakes are made of high-quality fresh garlic from core planting areas. Through strict manual sorting, cleaning, peeling and precise slicing, raw material purity is guaranteed from the source.

Adopting low-temperature hot air drying technology, the moisture content is strictly controlled at 4%-6%. This gentle dehydration method effectively retains the original strong garlic aroma, allicin and natural nutrients, without high-temperature burnt taste or flavor loss.

All products are food grade, no additives, no preservatives, no artificial colors. Every batch will pass metal detection, microbial inspection and impurity screening to meet international food safety standards. Complete certifications including HACCP, BRC, Halal and Kosher support global market sales and customer procurement requirements.

Core Advantages for Food Factories

Long Shelf Life & Low Loss

Dried garlic flakes are dry and compact, with a shelf life up to 24 months under sealed and dry storage. No cold chain required, greatly reducing warehouse cost and raw material waste for food enterprises.

Save Labor & Standard Production

No peeling, no cutting, no messy garlic odor. Dehydrated garlic flakes can be used directly or rehydrated in warm water in a short time. It helps food factories realize standardized production, unify taste of finished products and greatly improve processing efficiency.

Rich Aroma & Strong Compatibility

With pure and concentrated garlic flavor, the flakes release fragrance evenly during cooking and high-temperature processing. It will not affect the original taste of food, suitable for long-term high-temperature sterilization and deep processing.

Custom Specifications & Stable Supply

We support customized slice thickness, size and bulk packaging. Standard packing is 20-25kg carton with inner PE bag, safe for long-distance sea and land transportation. Stable annual output ensures continuous and timely supply for wholesalers and food manufacturers.

Wide Applications in Food Industry

Food grade dehydrated garlic flakes have extremely strong application diversity, covering almost all scenarios that need garlic seasoning:

Condiment industry: hot pot base, marinade, barbecue seasoning, chili sauce, compound seasoning

Processed food: instant food, canned food, meat products, sausage, frozen food, snack food

Catering business: chain restaurant, central kitchen, takeaway food, stew and stir-fry seasoning

Export trade: bulk wholesale for global importers, supermarkets and food processing factories

Why Choose Our Dried Garlic Flakes

We focus on dried vegetable and spice production for many years, focusing on the R&D and supply of dehydrated garlic series products. From raw material planting, processing and testing to packaging and delivery, we implement full-process quality control.

While ensuring stable quality and competitive price, we provide one-stop OEM and customized service. Whether you need bulk wholesale or customized packaging, we can provide professional solutions to help customers expand local markets.

Final Summary

With the continuous upgrading of the global clean label trend, natural, healthy and convenient dehydrated garlic flakes have become an irreplaceable raw material in the food industry. It is not only a cost-effective seasoning choice, but also an important guarantee for food enterprises to improve production efficiency and product competitiveness.

Supported by GNF’s strong supply chain and professional export service, we are committed to providing high-quality dried garlic flakes for global clients. We sincerely look forward to establishing long-term stable and win-win cooperation with food manufacturers, distributors and seasoning enterprises all over the world.

Dehydrate Garlic Flakes Food Grade

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Product Overview

DL‑Malic acid (CAS: 6915‑15‑7 / 617‑48‑1, E296) is a racemic mixture of equal parts L‑malic acid and D‑malic acid. With the molecular formula C₄H₆O₅ and molecular weight of 134.09, it occurs naturally in fruits like apples and is industrially synthesized for consistent quality and cost‑effectiveness. It appears as a white, odorless crystalline powder or granules with a smooth, long‑lasting sour taste—20% stronger than citric acid, making it a preferred choice for flavor enhancement.

Key Specifications

Item
Standard
Purity
≥99.0% (dry basis)
CAS Number
6915‑15‑7 / 617‑48‑1
EINECS Number
210‑514‑9
Melting Point
128–132 °C
Solubility
Soluble in water (558 g/L, 20 °C) and ethanol; slightly soluble in acetone
Heavy Metals
≤10 ppm
Fumaric Acid
≤1.0%
Maleic Acid
≤0.05%
Certifications
ISO 9001, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP

Core Advantages

  • Superior Taste Profile: Smoother, more lingering sourness than citric acid, avoiding sharp or bitter aftertastes.
  • High Solubility & Stability: Dissolves rapidly in water; stable under normal storage and processing conditions.
  • Multi‑Functionality: Acts as an acidulant, flavor enhancer, pH regulator, preservative, and chelating agent.
  • Cost‑Effective: Industrially synthesized via mature maleic anhydride hydration, ensuring stable supply and competitive pricing.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Approved as a safe food additive (E296) globally, meeting JECFA and regional standards.

Applications

1. Food & Beverage Industry

  • Beverages: Soft drinks, fruit juices, energy drinks, and sports drinks—enhances flavor, extends shelf life, and balances sweetness.
  • Confectionery: Candies, gummies, jams, and jellies—provides a natural tartness and improves texture.
  • Bakery & Dairy: Bread, cakes, ice cream, and yogurt—regulates pH, improves leavening, and stabilizes emulsions.
  • Sauces & Seasonings: Ketchup, mayonnaise, and salad dressings—enhances umami and acts as a preservative.

2. Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Used as an acidifier, buffering agent, and stabilizer in drug formulations.
  • Improves solubility and absorption of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
  • Applied in oral liquids, tablets, and effervescent powders for pH adjustment.

3. Cosmetics & Personal Care

  • Acts as a pH adjuster and exfoliant in creams, lotions, and toothpaste.
  • Chelates metal ions, preventing product degradation and discoloration.

4. Industrial & Agricultural

  • Metal Cleaning: Removes rust and scale in metal processing.
  • Electroplating: Adjusts pH and improves coating adhesion.
  • Agriculture: Used as a feed additive for livestock to enhance digestion.

Production Method

Our DL‑malic acid is manufactured via the industrial mainstream maleic anhydride high‑pressure hydration process:
  1. Raw materials: Maleic anhydride + water.
  2. Reaction conditions: 185 ± 3 °C, 1.0 MPa, 6–8 hours in an autoclave.
  3. Post‑processing: Cooling → vacuum concentration → crystallization → centrifugation → drying.
  4. Quality control: Strict testing at every stage to ensure compliance with food‑grade standards.

Packaging & Storage

  • Packaging: 25 kg net weight per fiber drum or kraft paper bag (customizable).
  • Storage: Sealed, stored in a cool, dry place (2–30 °C), away from moisture and high temperature.
  • Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions.

Why Choose Us

  • Professional Manufacturer: Years of experience in organic acid production, with advanced facilities and strict quality control.
  • Global Supply: Stable monthly output, supporting FCL/LCL shipments to over 50 countries (Southeast Asia, Europe, Americas, etc.).
  • Customized Service: Tailored specifications, packaging, and technical support to meet your specific needs.
  • Competitive Price: Direct factory pricing with no middlemen, ensuring cost‑effectiveness for your business.
  • Reliable Quality: Full inspection reports and certifications provided for each batch, guaranteeing product safety and consistency.

Contact Us

For inquiries, quotes, or sample requests, please feel free to contact our GNF sales team. We look forward to establishing a long‑term mutually beneficial partnership with you!
Food Additives Acidulants DL-Malic Acid
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Phosphoric Acid 85% Min Food Grade (E338, Orthophosphoric Acid, CAS 7664-38-2) is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid and one of the most widely used food-grade acidulants, pH regulators, and yeast nutrients in the global food and beverage industry. Manufactured to meet ISO, SGS, FCC, EU 231/2012, and FDA GRAS (21 CFR 184.1005) standards, it delivers consistent purity (≥85% H₃PO₄), ultra-low impurities, and reliable performance for beverage, food processing, bakery, and preservation applications. As a trusted supplier, GNF provides bulk and customized food-grade phosphoric acid with full certifications, stable supply, and competitive pricing for global buyers.

What Is Food Grade Phosphoric Acid 85%?

Food Grade Phosphoric Acid 85% is a highly concentrated aqueous solution of orthophosphoric acid (H₃PO₄) with a minimum purity of 85.0% by weight (typical range: 85.0%–85.5%). It is produced via thermal process or refined wet-process technology, followed by solvent extraction, activated carbon filtration, and precision distillation to remove heavy metals, arsenic, fluoride, and sulfate—ensuring compliance with strict food safety standards.
Key specifications (per GB 1886.15, FCC 12th, ISO 6271, SGS):
  • Appearance: Clear, colorless, syrupy liquid
  • Purity (H₃PO₄): ≥85.0%
  • Density (20°C): 1.685 g/cm³
  • Color (Pt-Co): ≤10 (food grade)
  • Heavy metals (Pb): ≤1 ppm
  • Arsenic (As): <3 ppm
  • Fluoride: ≤10 ppm
  • Sulfate: ≤300 ppm
  • CAS No.: 7664-38-2 | E No.: E338 | INS: 338

Core Functions & Industry Applications

Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade acts as an acidulant, pH adjuster, flavor enhancer, yeast nutrient, and antimicrobial agent—critical for modern food manufacturing.

1. Beverage Industry (Most Common Use)

  • Carbonated drinks (cola, soda): Provides tartness, balances sweetness, prevents discoloration.
  • Ready-to-drink (RTD) beverages, sports drinks, and bottled water: Controls pH, improves stability.
  • Fruit juices & nectars: Adjusts acidity, extends shelf life.

2. Food Processing & Preservation

  • Canned foods, pickles, and sauces: Lowers pH to inhibit bacteria (e.g., Clostridium botulinum).
  • Bakery & yeast products: Acts as a yeast nutrient, improves dough fermentation and texture.
  • Meat & poultry: Enhances flavor, improves water retention, stabilizes color.
  • Sugar refining: Decolorizes and purifies sucrose.

3. Other Industrial Uses (Food-Safe)

  • Water treatment: Sequesters minerals, prevents scale in food-grade equipment.
  • Pharmaceutical excipients: pH control in oral liquids (GMP-compliant).
  • Agriculture: Liquid fertilizer additive (phosphorus source).

Quality Compliance & Certifications (ISO/SGS/FCC/EU)

Global food safety demands uncompromising quality. Food Grade Phosphoric Acid 85% must pass third-party testing and meet:
  • ISO 9001: Quality management system.
  • ISO 14001: Environmental management.
  • SGS: Third-party inspection for purity, heavy metals, and microbial safety.
  • FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) 12th: U.S. food-grade standard.
  • EU Regulation 231/2012: European food additive approval (E338).
  • FDA GRAS: Generally Recognized As Safe (21 CFR 184.1005).
  • Halal/Kosher: Certified for religious compliance.
GNF guarantees full documentation: COA (Certificate of Analysis), SDS (Safety Data Sheet), TDS (Technical Data Sheet), and batch-specific SGS reports for every shipment.

Why Partner with GNF for Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade?

As a leading global supplier of food additives and specialty chemicals, GNF specializes in high-quality Phosphoric Acid 85% Min Food Grade with unmatched supply chain and service advantages.

1. Guaranteed Purity & Consistency

  • Strictly ≥85% H₃PO₄; ultra-low impurities (Pb ≤1 ppm, As <3 ppm).
  • Batch-to-batch uniformity for automated dosing systems.

2. Full Certifications & Global Compliance

  • ISO, SGS, FCC, EU, FDA, Halal, Kosher—supports all major markets.

3. Flexible Packaging & Bulk Supply

  • Standard: 20L/200L HDPE drums, 1000L IBC totes, ISO tanks.
  • Custom: Private labeling, palletization, and mixed-container shipments.
  • Stable annual capacity: 100,000+ MT; supports FCL/LCL, FOB/CIF/DDP terms.

4. Competitive Pricing & Reliable Delivery

  • Direct-from-manufacturer pricing; no middlemen.
  • On-time delivery: 15–25 days after order confirmation.

5. Technical Support & Custom Solutions

  • GNF’s food chemists provide formulation guidance, pH optimization, and regulatory compliance support.
  • OEM/ODM available for tailored grades and packaging.

Why Choose Food Grade Over Industrial Grade?

Industrial-grade phosphoric acid has higher impurities (heavy metals, arsenic) and is not permitted in food contact. Food Grade 85% is:
  • Safer: Meets strict food safety limits for human consumption.
  • More Stable: Consistent pH and flavor in high-temperature processing.
  • Regulatory-Approved: Only food grade is allowed for beverages, bakery, and preservation.

Final Summary

Phosphoric Acid 85% Min Food Grade (E338) is an indispensable, cost-effective, and safe ingredient for the global food and beverage industry. With strict adherence to ISO, SGS, FCC, and EU standards, it delivers consistent quality, versatile functionality, and regulatory compliance. As your trusted partner, GNF provides high-purity phosphoric acid, full certifications, flexible packaging, and reliable global supply—helping your business reduce costs, stabilize quality, and expand market reach.

FAQ

Q1: What is the shelf life of Food Grade Phosphoric Acid 85%? A: When stored in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area (sealed HDPE drums/IBCs), the shelf life is 24 months from production. Avoid direct sunlight and high temperatures (>30°C) to prevent degradation.
Q2: Is Phosphoric Acid 85% Food Grade safe for organic or clean-label products? A: Yes. It is GRAS (FDA) and compliant with EU organic regulations (E338) when used within GMP limits. It contains no preservatives, artificial colors, or additives—suitable for clean-label formulations.
Q3: What are the typical shipping terms and MOQ for GNF’s Phosphoric Acid 85%? A: GNF offers FOB, CIF, CFR, and DDP terms. The MOQ is 1 × 20’ FCL (20–25 MT); LCL orders (5–10 MT) are available upon request. All shipments include SDS, COA, and SGS reports.
 
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Sodium Benzoate (CAS: 532-32-1, E Number: E211), the sodium salt of benzoic acid, is a globally recognized high-efficiency antimicrobial preservative with the chemical formula C₇H₅NaO₂ and molecular weight 144.11. As a white, odorless crystalline powder or granule with excellent water solubility, it is widely applied in food & beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and industrial fields, trusted by manufacturers worldwide for its reliable performance, regulatory compliance, and cost-effectiveness.

Product Overview

Sodium Benzoate is a synthetic compound that occurs naturally in small amounts in berries, seafood, and dairy products, but is industrially produced through the neutralization of sodium hydroxide for consistent quality and large-scale supply. Its core function is to inhibit the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold, thereby extending the shelf life of products while maintaining their original quality and flavor. With its mild properties and broad antimicrobial spectrum, it has become one of the most widely used preservatives in the global market, compliant with FDA, JECFA, USP, BP, and FCC standards.
Unlike benzoic acid, Sodium Benzoate boasts excellent water solubility (630 g/L at 25 °C), making it easier to integrate into aqueous formulations such as beverages, syrups, and cosmetics – a key advantage that sets it apart from other preservatives. It exerts optimal antimicrobial efficacy in acidic environments (pH 2.0-4.5), where it converts to benzoic acid to disrupt microbial cell membrane function and inhibit metabolic processes essential for survival.

Key Specifications

Item
Standard
Purity
≥99.0% (dry basis)
CAS Number
532-32-1
EINECS Number
208-534-8
E Number
E211
Molecular Formula
C₇H₅NaO₂
Molecular Weight
144.11
Appearance
White crystalline powder/granules, odorless
Solubility
Freely soluble in water; sparingly soluble in ethanol
Melting Point
≈300 °C (decomposes before boiling)
Heavy Metals
≤10 ppm
Loss on Drying
≤1.5%
Certifications
ISO 9001, HALAL, KOSHER, HACCP, USP, BP, FCC

Core Advantages

  • Superior Preservative Efficacy: Effectively inhibits the growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold in acidic products, extending shelf life significantly without altering the original taste, color, or texture of the product.
  • Excellent Solubility & Stability: Highly soluble in water for easy formulation; thermally stable (stable above 200 °C), maintaining efficacy during high-temperature processing such as baking and pasteurization.
  • Broad Application Range: Versatile for use in food, beverage, pharmaceutical, cosmetics, and industrial fields, adapting to diverse formulation needs.
  • Regulatory Compliance: Approved as a safe food additive (E211) globally, meeting FDA, JECFA, USP, BP, and FCC standards; ADI (Acceptable Daily Intake) established at 0–20 mg/kg bw by JECFA (2021).
  • Cost-Effective & Stable Supply: Produced via mature industrial processes, ensuring high purity, stable quality, and competitive factory pricing; capable of large-scale production to meet bulk order needs.

Applications

1. Food & Beverage Industry (Largest Application Segment)

As the most widely used preservative in the food & beverage industry (accounting for 35% of the global market), Sodium Benzoate is ideal for acidic products (pH ≤ 4.5) and used in various applications:
  • Beverages: Carbonated drinks, fruit juices, energy drinks, sports drinks, and fruit syrups – inhibits microbial growth, extends shelf life, and balances flavor without affecting taste.
  • Condiments & Pickles: Ketchup, soy sauce, salad dressings, pickles, and sauces – prevents spoilage, enhances umami, and maintains product stability during long-term storage.
  • Confectionery & Bakery: Candies, jams, jellies, bread, cakes, and pastries – inhibits mold growth, delays staling, and preserves the natural flavor and texture of the product.
  • Dairy Products: Yogurt, cheese, and dairy drinks – acts as a mild preservative to extend shelf life without affecting the nutritional value of dairy products.

2. Pharmaceutical Industry

  • Used as an antimicrobial preservative in liquid medications, such as oral syrups, cough mixtures, and oral solutions, ensuring product stability and preventing microbial contamination during storage.
  • Serves as an excipient and buffering agent in tablets and capsules, improving the solubility and stability of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
  • Clinically used in the treatment of urea cycle disorders and hyperammonemia, and as an add-on therapy for schizophrenia, demonstrating its diverse pharmaceutical applications.

3. Cosmetics & Personal Care

  • Acts as a preservative in creams, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, toothpaste, and deodorants, inhibiting the growth of bacteria and fungi to prevent product deterioration and discoloration.
  • Mild in nature, suitable for most skin types; helps maintain the acid-base balance of the skin when used as a pH adjuster in skincare products.

4. Industrial & Agricultural Applications

  • Industrial Use: Used as a corrosion inhibitor in automotive antifreeze and metal processing, protecting metals from rust and scale; also used as an additive in plastics, polymers, and pyrotechnics.
  • Agriculture & Feed: Used as a feed additive for livestock and poultry (up to 0.1% by weight), adjusting the digestive tract pH, promoting feed digestion and absorption, and enhancing animal immunity.
  • Analytical Chemistry: Used as a standard for calibration in analytical techniques such as nuclear magnetic resonance (NMR) spectroscopy.

Production Method

Our Sodium Benzoate is produced via the mature sodium hydroxide neutralization process, ensuring high purity, stable quality, and environmental friendliness:
  1. Raw materials: Benzoic acid + Sodium hydroxide (NaOH).
  2. Reaction process: Neutralization reaction under normal temperature and pressure to generate Sodium Benzoate and water.
  3. Post-processing: Filtration → concentration → crystallization → centrifugation → drying → quality inspection.
  4. Quality control: Strict testing at every production stage, with a professional CNAS laboratory to ensure compliance with international standards (USP, BP, FCC) and product consistency.

Packaging &amp; Storage

  • Packaging: Standard packaging is 25 kg net weight per kraft paper bag or fiber drum; customizable packaging (such as 1 kg, 5 kg, 10 kg) is available according to customer requirements. The minimum order quantity is 16.5 tons, which can be loaded into a 20-foot container.
  • Storage: Sealed and stored in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place (2–30 °C), away from moisture, high temperature, direct sunlight, and incompatible substances (such as strong acids).
  • Shelf Life: 24 months under proper storage conditions; avoid using expired products.

Why Choose Us

  • Professional Manufacturer: With years of experience in organic acid and preservative production, we have advanced fully automated production lines and a CNAS-certified laboratory, ranking among the world’s top manufacturers with an annual output of 500,000 tons.
  • Global Supply Capacity: 80% of our products are exported to over 50 countries and regions (Southeast Asia, Europe, Americas, Africa, etc.), supporting FCL/LCL shipments and prompt delivery. We are a stable supplier to well-known brands such as Coca-Cola, Johnson & Johnson, Pfizer, and L’Oréal.
  • Strict Quality Control: Full inspection for each batch, providing complete inspection reports and certifications (HALAL, KOSHER, ISO, USP, BP) to ensure product safety and compliance with international standards.
  • Customized Service: Tailored specifications, packaging, and technical support to meet your specific application needs (food-grade, pharmaceutical-grade, industrial-grade); professional R&D team to provide formulation advice.
  • Competitive Price: Direct factory pricing with no middlemen, ensuring cost-effectiveness for your business; long-term cooperative customers enjoy preferential policies and stable supply guarantees.

Contact Us

For inquiries, quotes, free sample requests, or technical support, please feel free to contact our  GNF sales team. We are committed to providing high-quality Sodium Benzoate and professional services, and look forward to establishing a long-term mutually beneficial partnership with you worldwide!

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