PROPIONIC ACID
PROPIONIC ACID
Chemical Formula: C?H?O?
Molecular Weight: 74.08 g/mol
Description:
Propionic Acid is a clear, colorless, and pungent-smelling liquid organic acid belonging to the carboxylic acid family. It is completely miscible with water and many organic solvents. Propionic Acid is widely used as a preservative, intermediate, and chemical reagent in various industries. It occurs naturally in certain dairy products and serves as a key metabolic intermediate in microorganisms.
Applications:
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Food Industry: Used as a preservative and mold inhibitor in bakery products, animal feed, and food processing.
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Pharmaceuticals: Intermediate for the synthesis of propionate salts and pharmaceutical compounds.
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Plastics & Polymers: Used in the production of cellulose acetate propionate (CAP) and herbicide formulations.
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Agriculture: Employed as a silage preservative and grain treatment chemical.
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Chemical Industry: Intermediate for the production of esters, perfumes, and other specialty chemicals.
Key Properties:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Odor | Pungent, sour odor |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Boiling Point | ~141°C |
| Flash Point | ~54°C (Closed Cup) |
| Density (@20°C) | ~0.993 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Completely miscible with water, alcohol, ether, and acetone |
| pH (1% solution) | ~2.5 |
| Freezing Point | -20°C |
| Grade | Industrial / Food / Technical |
| Packaging | 200 kg HDPE drums / bulk tankers |
| Storage | Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area away from heat, sparks, and oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly closed. Handle with protective equipment. |
