High Quality Food Grade Sodium Propionate Powder CAS137-40-6

Sodium propionate is a white crystalline or powdery substance with the molecular formula \(CH3CH2COONa\). It is a broad-spectrum preservative and antifungal agent, primarily used for food preservation (especially in pastries and bread). It has antibacterial effects against molds, yeasts, and bacteria, with better results in acidic environments. It has very low toxicity to humans and is widely used in the food industry, as well as in animal feed and leather manufacturing.

Sodium Propionate (E281) is a white crystalline powder widely used as a food preservative to prevent mold and bacterial growth. It is highly effective in extending the shelf life of bakery products, dairy items, and processed foods. Sodium Propionate is recognized as safe (GRAS) and complies with international food safety standards such as FCC, ISO, Halal, and Kosher.

Sodium Propionate is one of sodium salt in Propionate,and mostly applying used chemical in the food industry. It is stable at normal room temperature, incompatible with strong oxidants, in fact, it is prepared by reacting of sodium carbonate propionate. Most Application for Sodium Propionate used as food preservative and as a mold inhibitor for Food Products that are susceptible to spoilage and it is a safe food additives as compound when used as Normal standard. Sodium Propionate appearance comes as white crystalline solid or Powder Forms.

Key Features

• CAS No.: 137-40-6

• E Number: E281

• Molecular Formula: C3H5NaO2

• Appearance: White crystalline powder

• Odor: Slightly odorless or faint propionic acid smell

• Solubility: Easily soluble in water

• Advantages

  • Strong anti-mold and antibacterial effect

  • Extends shelf life of bakery and dairy products

  • Safe for human consumption (GRAS)

  • Stable performance during baking and storage

  • Widely accepted in global food markets

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Application

• Bakery products: bread, cakes, pastries

• Dairy: cheese, processed cheese

• Meat and seafood products

• Sauces, condiments, dressings

• Pet food and animal feed

• Confectionery: candies, chocolate

• Food premixes and compound preservatives

• Beverage fermentation (as mold inhibitor)

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25KG/Bag

• Standard Packing: 25kg bag (kraft bag with PE inner liner)

• Loading Capacity: 17MT / 20FCL without pallet

• Shelf Life: 24 months in sealed packaging

• Storage: Store in cool, dry place away from moisture

Can be customized according to customer needs.