Question

Name two Chemical Preservatives.

Answer 1

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The answer is

Benzoates (such as sodium benzoate,benzoic acid) 

Nitrites (such as sodium nitrite)

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Answer 2

Sodium benzoate and parabens are two chemical preservatives.

Sodium benzoate

• This is a sodium salt obtained from benzoic acid.
• It is a powder in crystalline form and is odorless.
• This chemical is mostly used in food preservation.
• It increases the shelf-life of beverages and processed foods.
• They are also used in products for personal care, cosmetics, some medicines, etc.
• Sodium benzoate is used in pickles, soya sauce, soda, mouthwash, toothpaste, etc.

Parabens

• Paraben is a chemical preservative commonly used in the pharmaceutical and cosmetic industries.
• These are used to restrict the growth of mold and harmful bacteria on the products.
• Shampoos, moisturizers, makeup products all contain parabens.
• They are also used in food products to restrict the growth of microorganisms and increase their shelf-life.
• parabens are found in processed fish, frozen dairy products,  flavoring syrups, etc.