1.Product introduction
Name: Calcium Propionate
EINECS No.:223-795-8
CAS NO: 4075-81-4
Molecular Formula: 2(C3H6O2)·Ca
Formula Weight: 186.22
MP: 300 ˚C
Introduction
Calcium propionate is used as a preservative in a wide variety of products, including but not limited to bread, other baked goods, processed meat, whey, and other dairy products. In agriculture, it is used, amongst other things, to prevent milk fever in cows and as a feed supplement propionate prevent microbes from producing the energy they need, like benzoates do. However, unlike benzoates, propionates do not require an acidic environment.
Calcium propionate is used in bakery products as a mold inhibitor, typically at 0.1-0.4% (though animal feed may contain up to 1%).
Application
1 As a food additive, it is listed as E number 282 in the Codex Alimentarius. Calcium propionate is used as a preservative in a wide variety of products, including but not limited to bread, other baked goods, processed meat, whey, and other dairy products.
2 In agriculture, it is used, amongst other things, to prevent milk fever in cows and as a feed supplement.
3 Propionates prevent microbes from producing the energy they need, like benzoates do.
However, unlike benzoates, propionates do not require an acidic environment.
4 Calcium propionate is used in bakery products as a mold inhibitor, typically at 0.1-0.4%
5 Calcium propionate can be used as a pesticide.
2.Product specification
Items | Specifications | Analysis results |
Appearance | White powder | Conforms |
Assay, % | 99.0~100.5 | 99.48 |
Loss on drying, % | ≤5.0 | 3.25 |
PH value | 7.5-10.5 | 8.23 |
Insoluble in water, % | ≤0.2 | ＜0.2 |
Fluoride(F), % | ≤0.003 | ＜0.003 |
Heavy metal(as Pb), % | ≤0.001 | ＜0.001 |
Arsenic(As), % | ≤0.0003 | ＜0.0003 |
Iron(Fe), % | ≤0.005 | ＜0.005 |
Magnesium(Mg), % | Pass(≤0.04) | Pass |
Free acid and Free alkalinity | Pass | Pass |
3.Product details
4.Product qualification
We are specialized in food additives for many year. We have FDA, SGS, CNAS, ITAT, CO and health certificate etc.
5.Service and Shipping
6.FAQ
1. What are your payment terms?
Usually T/T, western union, moneygram or paypal.
2. What's your delivery time?
It depends on order quantity, usually we will arrange shipment within 3-20 days.
3. How about the packing?
Usually we provide the packing as 25 kg / bag or carton. Of course, if you have special requirements for them, we will adjust according to you.
4. When can I get reply?
Our sales manager will contact you within 24 hours!
5. How about the validity of products?
According to the products you order, usually 2 years.
6. What documents do you provide?
Usually, we provide Commercial Invoice, Packing List, Bill of Loading, COA, Health Certificate and Origin Certificate,etc. If there are any special requirements in your market, please let us know.
7. Can I get sample before order?
Yes, we can provide free sample once price is agreed, and you have to pay us the delivery fee in advance.
