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Sodium benzoate

and bisulphites have different purposes in food. Potassium

metabisulphiteprevents browning in fruits and vegetables (from the enzyme polyphenoloxidase). Sodium benzoate, however, is an antimicrobial chemical that prevents the growth of bacteria and mold.

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