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sodium benzoate [1 record]

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Record 1 2011-07-19

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Pharmacy
  • Food Additives
DEF

A sodium salt available as white powder or crystals that are soluble in water and alcohol. A preservative for soft drinks, fruit juices, jams, tobacco, etc. Also used as a flavoring agent.

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Pharmacie
  • Additifs alimentaires
DEF

Sel sodique se présentant sous forme de poudre ou de cristaux blancs, solubles dans l'eau et l'alcool. Conservateur pour boissons gazeuses, jus, confitures, tabac, etc. Également utilisé comme aromatisant.

OBS

Le benzoate de sodium est aussi utilisé comme diurétique et anti-arthritique.

Spanish

Campo(s) temático(s)
  • Elementos y compuestos químicos
  • Farmacia
  • Aditivos alimentarios
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