Sodium levulinate is the sodium salt of levulinic acid and is used as a preservative and skin conditioning agent in cosmetics and personal care products. It also acts as a food preservative. Sodium levulinate inhibits the growth of aerobic microorganisms. It has a similar role in cosmetics and other skin care formulations, preventing microbial growth in the product without significantly changing the integrity of other ingredients.
1. Sodium levulinate can be used for food preservation, especially fresh meat.
2. Sodium levulinate can inhibit the growth of aerobic microorganisms
1. Sodium levulinate can be used in the food industry
2. Sodium levulinate can be used in the cosmetics industry