Food Additives

Product name:

Calcium Propionate

Molecular Formula:

C6H10CaO4

Molecular Weight: 186.22

CAS No.:

4075-81-4

Description

Calcium Propionate occurs as white crystals or as a crystalline solid. The pH of a 1:10 aqueous solution is between 7.5 and 10.5. One gram dissolves in about 3 mL of water.

Application

Calcium propionate is used as an antifungal agent for food and feed. It has a broad antibacterial effect on molds, yeasts and bacteria.

Specification

Appearance

White crystals or crystalline solid

Assay

98.0-100.5%

Fluoride

≤0.003%

Insoluble Substances

≤0.2%

Lead

≤2mg/kg

Magnesium (as MgO)

Passes test (about 0.4%)

Water

≤5.0%

Packing

25kg/bag or as per requirement.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place.