Molekula
Ammonium propionate
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Ammonium propionate is a water-soluble organic salt used as a preservative in food and pharmaceuticals and as a reagent in chemical synthesis. It is also used as a component of soil amendment and fertilizer formulations. 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.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £30.90 per pack ex VAT · £37.08 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White to off-white powder or crystals |
| Assay | ≥98.0% |
| Iron (Fe) | ≤0.005% |
| Sulphates (SO4)(2-) | ≤0.02% |
| Chlorine (Cl) | ≤0.05% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 104 °C |
| Transport Class | 8 |
| Packing Group | II |
| Acidity | Base |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90001441 |
| CAS Number | 17496-08-1 |
| IUPAC Name | azane;propanoic acid |
| EC Number | 241-503-7 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H9NO2 |
| Molecular Weight | 91.11 |
| Exact Mass | 91.0633 |
| SMILES | CCC(=O)O.N |
| InChIKey | XJMWHXZUIGHOBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O2.H3N/c1-2-3(4)5;/h2H2,1H3,(H,4,5);1H3 |
| PubChem CID | 87139 |
| UN Number | UN1759 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2915.50.50.00 |
| Tariff Code | 2915500000 |
Safety & GHS
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Corrosive
GHS05
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Health Hazard
GHS07
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
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- amine propionate
- ammonia;propionic acid
- azane;propanoic acid
- Propanoic acid--ammonia (1/1)
- Propanoic acid, ammonium salt
- Propanoic acid, ammonium salt (1:1)
- XJMWHXZUIGHOBA-UHFFFAOYSA-N
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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