Sodium Propionate | 137-40-6

Description :

Overview of Sodium Propionate

Sodium Propionate is a sodium salt of propionic acid, utilized as a food preservative, as well as a pharmaceutical excipient and antimicrobial ingredient. The compound is known for its antifungal as well as antibacterial capabilities. Sodium Propionate is widely employed in the preservation of food as well as pharmaceutical formulations and to provide propionic acid to support metabolic health.

This compound appears as a white crystalline powder or granules, is hygroscopic, and has a characteristic odor. Its properties—antimicrobial activity, water solubility, buffering capacity, and metabolic roles—make it valuable in food, pharmaceutical, and nutritional applications.

Related products include Calcium Propionate, Propionic Acid, Sodium Butyrate, and other short-chain fatty acid salts used in preservation and nutritional applications.

Applications of Sodium Propionate

Food Preservation

• Used as an antimicrobial preservative in baked goods
• Applied to dairy products and processed foods
• Prevents mold and bacterial growth
• Extends the shelf life of bread and other baked products
• Effective against rope-forming bacteria
• Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) food additive

Pharmaceutical & Nutritional

• Used as an excipient in pharmaceutical formulations
• Applied as a buffering agent in liquid preparations
• Used in nutritional supplements (short-chain fatty acid source)
• Applied in animal feed as a preservative and nutritional additive
• Potential metabolic benefits are being researched
• Used in microbiological culture media

Therapeutic Research

• Examined for the microbiome and gut health.
• Investigated for metabolic syndrome-related applications
• Potential anti-inflammatory properties
• The research into neurologic applications
• May support mitochondrial function

Safety & Handling Guidelines

• Do not inhale fine powder
• Make sure you wear gloves, a pair of goggles, and other protective gear when handling
• Hygroscopic - store in tightly sealed containers
• Place in a dry, cool area away from water
• Use the COA as well as the MSDS guidelines completely

Where to Buy Sodium Propionate?

Sodium Propionate Manufacturer

ChemicalBull supplies high-purity Sodium Propionate that meets food-grade, pharmaceutical-grade (IP/EP/USP), and technical quality standards.

Sodium Propionate Supplier & Distributor

• Available in bulk packing for food, pharmaceutical, and industrial use
• Food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade options
• Granular and powder forms available
• COA, MSDS, and regulatory documents provided

MSDS

Provides detailed safety guidelines, including hazard identification as well as storage rules.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

1. What's it? Sodium Propionate Formula?
   

   Molecular formula: C3H5NaO2 (also called CH3CH2COONa), having a molecular mass of 96.06 mg/m in.
   
   

2. What are the uses of Sodium Propionate?
   

   uses include food preservatives (bakery products, dairy products) as well as pharmaceutical excipients, nutritional supplement addition to animal feed, and antimicrobial agents.
   
   

3. What exactly is Sodium Propionate form?
   

   It is composed of an anion called propionate (a tri-carbon carboxylate) along with a sodium cation that forms an Ionic Salt.
   
   

4. What is Sodium Propionate powder used for?
   

   The powder form is used in dry food products, pharmaceutical tablet formulations, animal feed, and as a concentrated preservative that can be added to various applications.
   
   

5. What is Sodium Propionate CAS No?
   

   The CAS number for Sodium Propionate is 137-40-6.