Sodium Benzoate Market

The sodium benzoate market is projected to reach USD 372.3 million by 2030 from USD 304.9 million in 2025 at a CAGR of 4.1% from 2025 to 2030. Sodium benzoate is a salt derivative of benzoic acid. It is used as a preservative in the food & beverages industry to extend the shelf life of products such as carbonated drinks and soft drinks.

Sodium Benzoate Companies

Companies such as LANXESS (Germany), Wuhan Youji Holdings Ltd. (China), Eastman Chemical Company (US), Tianjin Dongda Chemical Group Co., Ltd. (China), and Tengzhou Tenglong Food Technology Development Co., Ltd. (China) are the leading players in the global sodium benzoate market. These players have adopted strategies for expansions, investments, product launches, collaborations, agreements, mergers, and acquisitions to cater to the rising demand for sodium benzoate at the regional and global levels.

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LANXESS (Germany)

LANXESS is a specialty chemicals company that is actively engaged in various aspects of the chemical industry, including the development, manufacture, and marketing of chemical intermediates, additives, and consumer protection products. The company has a global presence in 32 countries. LANXESS divides its activities into three segments: Advanced Intermediates, Specialty Additives, and Consumer Protection, comprising 10 business units that support a variety of industrial and consumer markets. The company’s preservatives line includes sodium benzoate, which is used mostly in food, beverage, feed, and personal care applications, among others.

Wuhan Youji Holdings Ltd. (China)

Wuhan Youji Holdings Ltd. is a leading producer and trader of fine and specialty chemicals. The company focuses on converting toluene by means of oxidation and chlorination into a variety of derivative products such as benzoic acid, sodium benzoate, benzaldehyde, and other chemical intermediates, which find applications in food preservation, household products, animal feed additives, and industrial uses. It has a significant share in China's production of benzoic acid and sodium benzoate. As a key player in producing sodium benzoate, benzoic acid, and related derivatives, Wuhan Youji Holdings Ltd. has built a vertically integrated production system, which in turn serves product quality and cost efficiency.

Eastman Chemical Company (US)

Eastman Chemical Company is a global specialty materials manufacturer that makes a variety of products for everyday applications. The company has a presence in more than 100 countries and is able to target numerous industries such as consumer goods, healthcare, and industrial markets. It produces materials, additives, and chemical intermediates that contribute to efficiency, safety, and sustainability. The company focuses on collaboration and innovation practices in its operations, and it is supported by a wide-ranging research and development capability and a robust global supply chain.  Eastman Chemical Company boasts an integrated benzoates platform backed by well-known and reliable sodium benzoate brands such as Probenz SG granules, SP powder, and SP Extra Dry that cater to a variety of applications in the food, personal care, and pharmaceuticals industries.

Tianjin Dongda Chemical Group Co., Ltd (China)

Tianjin Dongda Chemical Group Co., Ltd. is a chemical manufacturing company specializing in the production and development of food additives and related chemical products. The company operates two wholly owned subsidiaries, Tianjin Dongda Fine Chemical Co., Ltd. and Tianjin Bohai Dongda Pharmaceuticals Co., Ltd., as well as a holding branch, Tianjin Dongke Food Additive R&D Co., Ltd. The main products offered by the company include benzoic acid, sodium benzoate, polyol benzoate, and benzyl acetate, which are produced in various grades for technical, food, feed, and pharmaceutical applications. The company supplies various forms of sodium benzoate, such as powder, granular, and prismatic/columnar, which conform to BP, EP, USP, and FCC specifications.

Tengzhou Tenglong Food Technology Development Co., Ltd. (China)

Tengzhou Tenglong Food Technology Development Co., Ltd. is a chemical manufacturing company. The company was formerly known as Tengzhou Tenglong Chemical Co., Ltd. It specializes in the production of food-grade chemical products, including benzoic acid, sodium benzoate, calcium propionate, sodium propionate, and calcium acetate. These products are primarily used as preservatives and additives in the food and related industries. The products are distributed to more than 100 countries worldwide.

Market Ranking

The sodium benzoate market is consolidated, with five major players, LANXESS (Germany), Wuhan Youji Holdings Ltd. (China), Eastman Chemical Company (US), Tianjin Dongda Chemical Group Co., Ltd.  (China), and Tengzhou Tenglong Food Technology Development Co., Ltd. (China), collectively accounting for 80–85% of the global market share. LANXESS leads the market, leveraging its advanced chemical synthesis capabilities and global distribution network, which is further strengthened by the acquisition of Emerald Kalama Chemical. This acquisition expanded its portfolio of preservatives under the Purox and Kalaguard brands. Wuhan Youji Holdings continues to expand its production capacity to meet the growing regional and international demand, focusing on cost-efficient, high-purity benzoates. Eastman Chemical Company maintains a strong presence through its broad portfolio of benzoate-based preservatives and additives, serving key end-use sectors, including food, pharmaceuticals, and personal care. Tianjin Dongda Chemical Group Co., Ltd. has solidified its position in Asia by emphasizing quality consistency and compliance with international food-safety standards. Tengzhou Tenglong Food Technology Development Co., Ltd. has large-scale manufacturing operations and offers competitive pricing in both the domestic and export markets. The remaining 15-20% of the market is highly fragmented among regional and niche players.

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