benzoate

[US]/ˈbɛnzoʊeɪt/
[UK]/ˈbenˌzoʊˌeɪt/
Frequency: Very High

Translation

n.A salt or ester of benzoic acid.; A salt of benzoic acid used as a food preservative.
Word Forms
Pluralbenzoates

Phrases & Collocations

benzoate preservative

sodium benzoate

benzoate contamination

use of benzoates

avoid benzoate exposure

benzoate allergy

detect benzoates

benzoate levels

effects of benzoates

benzoate metabolism

Example Sentences

benzoate is commonly used as a food preservative.

many beverages contain sodium benzoate as a stabilizer.

benzoate can help extend the shelf life of products.

some people may have allergic reactions to benzoate.

it's important to check for benzoate in food labels.

benzoate is often found in sauces and dressings.

some cosmetic products also use benzoate as a preservative.

benzoate can inhibit the growth of certain bacteria.

regulations limit the amount of benzoate in food products.

benzoate has a distinct taste that some people dislike.

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