Propionic acid PurSolv Hyper for HPLC, >99.0%

PurSolv Hyper for HPLC


Synonym:  Propionoic acid
Linear Formula:  C3H6O2
Molecular Weight:  74.08 g/mol
CAS Number: 79-09-4

Properties

Vapour pressure 2.4 mm Hg ( 20 °C)
Water Solubility 37 g/100 mL
Autoignition temp. 955 °F
Explosion limit 2.1-12%(V)
Assay Purity >99%
Refractive index n20/D 1.386
B pt. 141 °C
M pt. 24-23°C
Density 0.99 g/cm3 (20°C)
Form Liquid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H226,H314,H335
Precautionary Statement  P210 - P233 - P240 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P305 + P351 + P338
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29155000
Flash point 125°F
Storage Temp. Room Temperature
Storage Class 3 - Flammable liquids
UN Number 3463

Description

Application
It is widely used as a preservative in food and animal feed due to its effectiveness against microbial growth.

Purpose
Its main purpose is to inhibit the growth of molds and bacteria thereby extending shelf life and preventing spoilage.

General Description
Propionic acid is a three-carbon carboxylic acid with the chemical formula CHCOOH containing a terminal carboxyl group.