Ammonium benzoate

Ammonium benzoate, a white powder-like substance, is the ammonium salt of benzoic acid. This compound is prepared by the reaction of benzoic acid and ammonia.

Uses

Ammonium benzoate is used as a food preservative, due to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.

Reactions

Ammonium benzoate can be dehydrated to form benzamide: