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POTASSIUM BENZOATE

Potassium benzoate is a chemical antimicrobial (it kills mold, yeast and bacteria) used as a food preservative, especially as an alternative to sodium benzoate where a lower sodium content is required. Potassium benzoate is a white coloured, granulated solid, almost odourless, which dissolves readily in water and has a tangy taste.
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