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Propionic Acid

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Chemical Product

Propionic Acid

    Synonyms:
    Propanoic Acid
    Molecular Formula:
    C3H6O2
    Cas Number:
    79-09-4
    Molecular Weight:
    74.08 g/mol
    Product Description:
    Propionic acid is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, used in food preservation, as a disinfectant, and in the manufacture of various chemicals.
    Applications:
    - Food Industry: Used as a preservative (E280) in food products, especially in baked goods and cheeses. - Agriculture: Applied as a fungicide and herbicide. - Chemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the production of plastics, herbicides, and insecticides. - Pharmaceuticals: Used as a precursor in the production of various pharmaceuticals.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Pungent, characteristic odor
Molecular Formula C3H6O2
Molecular Weight 74.08 g/mol
Boiling Point 141 °C
Density 1.003 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether
Flash Point 69.5 °C
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
Propionic acid is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, used in food preservation, as a disinfectant, and in the manufacture of various chemicals.
- Food Industry: Used as a preservative (E280) in food products, especially in baked goods and cheeses. - Agriculture: Applied as a fungicide and herbicide. - Chemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the production of plastics, herbicides, and insecticides. - Pharmaceuticals: Used as a precursor in the production of various pharmaceuticals.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance Colorless liquid
Odor Pungent, characteristic odor
Molecular Formula C3H6O2
Molecular Weight 74.08 g/mol
Boiling Point 141 °C
Density 1.003 g/cm³
Solubility Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether
Flash Point 69.5 °C
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents