Propionic Acid (CAS 79-09-4)

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Propionic Acid

CAS No. 79-09-4
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Propionic Acid structure
Chemical structure
CAS No.79-09-4
SynonymsPA; Propanoic acid
CategorySolvents / Acids
Assay / PurityIndustrial grade
Molecular FormulaC3H6O2
Molecular Weight74.08
Melting Point-21.5 °C
Boiling Point141.1 °C
Density0.993 g/cm³
Flash Point52 °C
AppearanceColorless transparent liquid

Application and positioning

Propionic acid is a short-chain carboxylic acid supplied at 99.5%. It is used as a grain and feed preservative, as a mould inhibitor, and as an intermediate for herbicides and cellulose esters. Laurand ships it from audited Chinese producers in drum, IBC or ISO tank quantities, with the documentation your market requires.

Quality and documentation

  • Batch-specific Certificate of Analysis from the producing plant
  • SDS in the language of your market, with GHS classification for the destination
  • Specification sheet, GC purity and water content reported per lot
  • Pre-shipment sample for laboratory approval on first orders

Packaging and handling

  • 200 L steel or HDPE drums, 1000 L IBC and ISO tank containers; pack size confirmed at quotation
  • Hazard class and UN number stated on the transport documents, dangerous-goods packing where required
  • Store cool and ventilated away from ignition sources, containers kept closed

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Physical properties are typical values from published literature. The specification of the delivered lot is confirmed with the quotation.

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Reference: CAS 79-09-4 · PubChem CID 1032