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A product is fungistatic when it inhibits the growth of fungus within a given solvent without killing the fungus found already within it.[1] Sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate are both examples of fungistatic substances that are widely used in the preservation of food and beverages.[2][3]

References

  1. ^ "Definition of fungistatic". Merriam Webster Online Dictionary. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  2. ^ "Sodium Benzoate". FBC Industries, Inc. Retrieved 19 February 2015.
  3. ^ "Toxicological evaluation of some antimicrobials, antioxidants, emulsifiers, stabilizers, flour-treatment agents, acids, and bases". International Programme on Chemical Safety (INCHEM). Retrieved 19 February 2015.

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