Drag reduction resulting from chain

Irrational fears might result in irrational precaution. The US Food and Drag Administration published data on benzoic acid and ascorbic acid in 2007. Although no connection was established between the amount of these substances and the concentration of benzene, recommendations for the reduction in benzoate use were made for manufacturers in a few cases, which were duly followed. The British supermarket chain Sainsbury s removed sodium benzoate from 120 products because of consumer concerns. 

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