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Answer: Yes — you can buy Sodium Benzoate-free food in the US. Below are 24 independently-scanned picks with Safe ratings from BannedPantry's scanner. None contain Sodium Benzoate, E211, Benzoate of soda, or related compounds.
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Sodium benzoate is an effective and inexpensive antimicrobial preservative in acidic products (pH <4.5), preventing growth of bacteria, yeast, and mold. Used in carbonated drinks, fruit juices, sauces, condiments, and pickled products typically below 0.1% (1000 ppm).
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