Propionic Acid
Propionic acid can be used as an organic reagent, an esterification agent and a plasticiser, and it’s also used in food flavourings, preservatives, fungicides, spices and as an inhibitor for viscous materials in beer. Propionic acid is an important chemical raw material that can be used as a preservative in the food industry and for green feed.
Product Description
| Product name | Propionic Acid | Molecular formula | C3H6O2 |
| Other Name | Propanoic Acid | Molecular weight | 74.078 |
| CAS No. | 79-09-4 | EINECS No. | 201-176-3 |
| Purity | 99.5% min | UN No. | 201-176-3 |
| Chemical Properties | t is a clear, colorless liquid that boils at 140°C (284 OF). It is flammable. It has a pungent odor and is soluble in water and alcohol. The Odor Threshold is 0.16 ppm. | ||
| Application | Propionic acid is an aliphatic monocarboxylic acid. Propionic acid is used in nickel electroplating solutions,perfumes, artificial flavors and manufacturing propionates. | ||
