Calcium propionate CAS 4075-81-4

Calcium Propionate quick Details

Chemical Name: Calcium Propionate

Synonyms: Calcium propanoate; Propanoic acid calcium salt; Calcium dipropionate

CAS No.: 4075-81-4

Molecular Formula: C6H10CaO4

Molecular weight: 186.22

Appearance: White crystal powder

Assay: ≥99%min

Calcium Propionate typical Properties

Calcium Propionate Usage

Used in food industry as preservatives, fungicides, food and cosmetics, medicine and health care products.

• Food Industry & Bakery Preservative:

  • Bakery Products: Widely used as a primary mold inhibitor in bread, baked goods, tortillas, and pastries. It effectively inhibits spoilage caused by ropy bacteria without affecting normal yeast fermentation.

  • Processed Cheese & Dairy: Added to processed cheese products to extend shelf life and control fungal growth.

• Animal Feed & Agriculture:

  • Feed Mold Inhibitor: Added to livestock and poultry feeds, silage, and compound grains to prevent mold growth and maintain nutritional quality.

  • Dairy Cow Metabolic Supplement: Helps reduce the risk of ketosis and milk fever in transition dairy cows by supplying both propionate energy and dietary calcium.

• Pharmaceuticals & Cosmetics:

  • Used as a mold control additive in pharmaceutical excipients, topical antifungal formulations, and cosmetic creams.

Calcium Propionate Packaging and Shipping

Packing: 30kg/carton drum or 25kg/paper skin or 25kg/kraft bag by sea or by air

Calcium Propionate Storage

Keep container tightly sealed in a cool, dry, clean, and well-ventilated dedicated warehouse.

Protect strictly from rain, ambient moisture, direct heat, and exposure to strong acids or oxidizers.

Highly hygroscopic; always re-seal bags immediately after use.