Name:Sodium propionate

Synonyms: Propanoic acid sodium salt

 

Molecular Structure  

 

Molecular Formula: C₃H₅NaO₂

Molecular Weight: 96.06

CAS Registry Number: 137-40-6

EINECS: 205-290-4

 

Sodium propionate or sodium propanoate is the sodium salt of propionic acid which has the chemical formula Na(C2H5COO).

It is used as a food preservative and is represented by the food labeling E number E281 in Europe. It is used primarilly as a mold inhibitor in bakery products.

 

Specification

Packing:Paper-plastic composition bag lined with polyethylene film food bag, 25kg/bag.

Storage:be preserved in shady,cool and dry condition.Forbid sun burning

Shelf life:2years