BENZOATE

Sodium benzoate also known as benzoate of soda is the sodium salt of benzoic acid. Potassium benzoate is the potassium salt of benzoic acid, Calcium benzoate refers to the calcium salt of benzoic acid. It is white powder and odorless and it tends to be perceived as sweet, sour, salty, or sometimes bitter. They are rich source of Fruits and vegetables, particularly berries such as cranberry and bilberry. Other sources include seafood, such as prawns, and products. They are  food preservative  inhibits the growth of mold, yeast and some bacteria. They are widely used as a pickling agent and water hardness reducers. They are used in soft drinks, fruit juice, concentrates, soy milk, soy sauce and vinegar.