Potassium Benzoate

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Plater Group is a leading UK supplier of Potassium Benzoate packed in 25, 200, 220, 1000 Litres, 25kg bags, bulk bags and bulk loads.
We are also a Potassium Benzoate distributor, covering the UK, Ireland and Europe.
Potassium benzoate (E212), the potassium salt of benzoic acid, is a food preservative that inhibits the growth of mould, yeast and some bacteria. It works best in low-pH products, below 4.5, where it exists as benzoic acid.
Acidic foods and beverages such as fruit juice (citric acid), sparkling drinks (carbonic acid), soft drinks (phosphoric acid), and pickles (vinegar) may be preserved with potassium benzoate.
This substance is used in the following products: