Sodium propionate

Identification:

Chemical Name: Sodium propionate

Synonyms: Propionic acid, sodium salt; Sodium propanoate

CAS No.: 137-40-6

Molecular Formula: (C2H5COO)Na

E-Code: E281

Properties: White crystalline granule or crystalline powder; odorless or with little propionate smell; easily deliquescence, very easily soluble in water, solube in ethanol, slightly soluble in acetone. mp: 285~286℃, water solubility: 995g/L(20℃).

Specifications:

Content(dry basis): 99.0-100.5%

Iron: ≤0.003% 

Loss on drying: ≤1.0%

Alkalinity : pass test

Heavy metals: ≤0.001%

As: ≤0.0003%

Application:

Sodium propionate is used as a food preservative in a wide variety of products. In agriculture, it is used, amongst other things, to prevent milk fever in cows and as a feed supplement. Propionates prevent microbes from producing the energy they need, like benzoates do. However, unlike benzoates, propionates do not require an acidic environment. Sodium propionate is used in bakery products as a mold inhibitor, typically at 0.1-0.4%. Sodium propionate can be used as a pesticide.

Packing Storage:

25kg net paper bag or 1mt big bag with PE liner.Store in seal, moisture proof and cool place.