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Properties and Uses of Benzoic Acid by liftedcorn is a document available to read on EtoBox.
Benzoic acid is a colorless crystalline solid that occurs naturally in many plants. It serves as an intermediate in the biosynthesis of secondary metabolites and its salts and esters are used as food preservatives. Benzoic acid was first discovered in the 16th century from the dry distillation of gum benzoin. In the 19th century, its composition was determined. Today, Asia Pacific and Europe account for most consumption, with beverages and food representing nearly half of worldwide usage as a preservative.
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