Sodium Acetate
Sodium acetate (NaC₂H₃O₂) is used as an acidity regulator and flavoring salt, often in snack seasonings.
Sodium Benzoate
Sodium benzoate (C₇H₅NaO₂) is a preservative used in acidic foods and beverages to inhibit microbial growth.
Sodium Bicarbonate
Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO₃) is baking soda used as a leavening agent and acidity regulator in baked goods.
Sodium Carbonate
Sodium carbonate (Na₂CO₃) is used as an alkalizing agent in noodle production and certain food processing applications.
Sodium Chloride
Sodium chloride (NaCl) is common table salt used for seasoning, preservation, and electrolyte balance in foods.
Sodium Citrate
Sodium citrate (Na₃C₆H₅O₇) functions as a buffering salt and emulsifier in foods such as processed cheese and beverages.
Sodium Lactate
Sodium lactate (NaC₃H₅O₃) is used as a preservative, flavor enhancer, and moisture-retaining agent in processed meats.
Sodium Nitrate
Sodium nitrate (NaNO₃) is used in some curing systems where it is converted to nitrite during fermentation.
Sodium Nitrite
Sodium nitrite (NaNO₂) is used in cured meats to inhibit microbial growth and stabilize color.
Sodium Phosphate
Sodium phosphates (NaH₂PO₄, Na₂HPO₄, Na₃PO₄) are used as buffering agents, emulsifiers, and leavening components.
Sodium Propionate
Sodium propionate (C₃H₅NaO₂) is a preservative used to inhibit mold growth in bread and baked goods.