CAS 327-62-8

Potassium propionate

Description:

Potassium propionate is a chemical compound with the formula C3H5KO2, classified as a potassium salt of propionic acid. It appears as a white, crystalline powder that is soluble in water, making it useful in various applications. This compound is commonly used as a food preservative due to its ability to inhibit the growth of mold and bacteria, thereby extending the shelf life of baked goods and dairy products. In addition to its role in the food industry, potassium propionate is also utilized in the production of animal feed and as a buffering agent in various chemical processes. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) when used in appropriate concentrations. The compound exhibits low toxicity, but like many salts, it should be handled with care to avoid irritation. Its stability under normal conditions makes it a reliable additive in both food and industrial applications.

Formula: C₃H₅KO₂

InChI: InChI=1/C3H6O2.K/c1-2-3(4)5;/h2H2,1H3,(H,4,5);/q;+1/p-1

InChI key: InChIKey=WEQIKOGPPFEIPX-UHFFFAOYSA-N

SMILES: C(CC)(O)=O.[K]

Synonyms:

• Potassium propanoate
• Propanoic acid, potassium salt
• Propionic acid, potassium salt
• Potassium propionate
• Kaliumpropionat
• propanoicacid,potassiumsalt

Potassium Propionate

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Formula: C₃H₅KO₂

Purity: >98.0%(T)

Color and Shape: White powder to crystal

Molecular weight: 112.17

Ref: 3B-P0510

Propionic Acid Potassium Salt

CAS: 327-62-8

Formula: C₃H₅KO₂

Purity: 96%

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 112.1689

Ref: IN-DA0035J1

Propionic acid potassium salt

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Propionic acid potassium salt is used as a preservative in the food industry and can be employed in research and experiments in the life sciences.

Formula: C₃H₅KO₂

Color and Shape: Solid

Molecular weight: 112.17

Ref: TM-TN9419

Propionic acid potassium salt

CAS: 327-62-8

Propionic acid potassium salt

Formula: ·K·C₂H₅CO₂

Purity: 98%

Color and Shape: white solid

Molecular weight: 112.17g/mol

Ref: 54-OR931674

Potassium propionate

CAS: 327-62-8

Purity: 96%

Molecular weight: 112.169

Ref: 10-F988706

Potassium propionate

Controlled Product

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Stability Hygroscopic
Applications Potassium propionate 98% (cas# 327-62-8) is a useful research chemical.

Formula: C₃H₅KO₂

Color and Shape: Neat

Molecular weight: 112.17

Ref: TR-P695293