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Benzoic acid reacts with alcohols to produce esters.
Benzoic acid is most commonly found in industrial settings to manufacture a wide variety of products such as perfumes, dyes, topical medications and insect repellents. Benzoic acid's salt (sodium benzoate) is commonly used as a pH adjustor and preservative in food, preventing the growth of microbes to keep food safe.
Benzoic acid has been shown to have anti-inflammatory, skin-soothing properties, which can help calm irritation and prevent inflammation.
