Is Benzoic acid calcium salt vegan?

Calcium Benzoate is also known as Benzoic acid calcium salt.

Calcium Benzoate is the calcium salt of benzoic acid, used as a preservative in food and cosmetic products to inhibit microbial growth. It is produced by reacting benzoic acid with calcium hydroxide or calcium carbonate.

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