http://science.slashdot.org/article.pl?sid=07/05/27/0434200http://news.independent.co.uk/health/article2586652.ece It's interesting to note how Sodium Benzoate, and other derivatives of benzene are given "Acceptable Daily Intake Limits" here in the U.S., but in the EU, they say that 0 /day is the only safe amount.
I think it's good that awareness of benzene derivatives is rising. Next: Artificial colors (made from crude oil) and Nitrites/Nitrates.