Other Names: Ethylformic acid
Specification: 99% Min.
CAS No.:79-09-4
Molecular Formular: C3H6O2
Packing: Net weight 1000kg (IBC).
1, Food preservatives and anti-mildew agents
Propionic acid can be used in food preservatives and anti-mildew agents, such as used in the manufacture of margarine, cheese, candy, drinks, etc., to extend the shelf life of food.
2. Viscous substances inhibitor
Propionic acid can be used as an inhibitor of viscous substances in beer to improve the taste and texture of beer.
3, Cellulose nitrate solvent and plasticizer
Propionic acid can be used as solvent and plasticizer cellulose nitrate, in order to improve the plasticity and durability of cellulose nitrate.
4, Chemical reagents and preparation of food raw materials
Propionic acid can be used as chemical reagents and preparation of food raw materials, such as the preparation of spices, medicine and other organic chemical products, can also be used to prepare polymer materials and resins.
5, Organic synthesis
Propionic acid can be used to prepare spices, medicine and other organic chemical products, can also be used to prepare polymer materials and resins.
6, Metal smelting
Propionic acid can be used to extract copper and other metals from copper, as well as the preparation of copper oxides.