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Ammonium propionate
Ammonium propionate is a water-soluble organic salt used as a preservative in food and pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is sensitive to heat and moisture. CAS: 17496-08-1, Molecular Formula: C3H9NO2, Molecular Weight: 91.11 g/mol, Storage: 2 to 8 °C, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Ammonium propionate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Ammonium propionate is a water-soluble organic salt used as a preservative in food and pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in chemical synthesis. It appears as a white crystalline powder and is sensitive to heat and moisture. CAS: 17496-08-1, Molecular Formula: C3H9NO2, Molecular Weight: 91.11 g/mol, Storage: 2 to 8 °C, Signal Word: Danger. Molekula supplies Ammonium propionate from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder or crystals |
| SO4 | ≤0.02% |
| Fe | ≤0.005% |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Cl | ≤0.05% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 104 C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 17496-08-1 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 91.11 |
| SMILES | CCC(=O)O.N |
| EC / UN Number | 1759 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915.50.50.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2915500000 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
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Compressed Gas
GHS04
Hazard statements
- H314 (sub cat. 1B) Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H318 Causes serious eye damage
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is ammonium propionate used for?
Ammonium propionate is primarily used as a preservative in food and pharmaceuticals due to its antimicrobial properties.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of ammonium propionate?
The chemical formula is C3H9NO2, and the molecular weight is 91.11 g/mol.
How should ammonium propionate be stored?
It should be stored at temperatures between 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent decomposition.
What grade of ammonium propionate does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies ammonium propionate in reagent grade, suitable for laboratory and industrial applications.
Can Molekula supply ammonium propionate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply ammonium propionate in bulk quantities—please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with an order of ammonium propionate?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with GHS standards.
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