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SODIUM BENZOATE

 
This substance ranges from B to C depending on concentration/usage.
Asthma/Respiratory
 
No Data, Some Concern
 
Skin Allergies &
Irritation
 
No Data, Some Concern
 
Developmental &
Reproductive Toxicity
 
High Concern
 
Cancer
 
No Data, Some Concern
 
Environment
 
Low Concern
 
Top scoring factors: Low concern for biodegradation; acute aquatic toxicity; damage to DNA
SODIUM BENZOATE can be found in 12 products.
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