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Sodium Borate

Level 3ContestedIn Winter's Dictionary

Sodium Borate is a preservative — Preservative and emulsifier; weak antiseptic

What it does

Preservative and emulsifier; weak antiseptic

Where you'll see it

foods

Regulatory status

  • US FDA: NIL

Sources

  • A Consumer's Dictionary of Food Additives (Winter): used as a preservative and emulsifier; a weak antiseptic and astringent for mucous membranes