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Sodium propionate, 99%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Sodium propionate is used as a food preservative, as a mold inhibitor in bakery products and in insect cell culture. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agriculture and animal feed as preservative. It acts as a food additive. Further, it inhibits the growth of lactic acid bacteria.
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Sodium propionate is used as a food preservative, as a mold inhibitor in bakery products and in insect cell culture. It is also used in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, agriculture and animal feed as preservative. It acts as a food additive. Further, it inhibits the growth of lactic acid bacteria.
Solubility
Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in alcohol.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 285°C to 291°C |
| Assay Percent Range | 99% |
| Linear Formula | CH3CH2CO2Na |
| Quantity | 500 g |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Merck Index | 14,8669 |
| Solubility Information | Soluble in water. Slightly soluble in alcohol. |
| Formula Weight | 96.06 |
| Percent Purity | 99% |
| Chemical Name or Material | Sodium propionate |
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