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Propionic acid is a colorless liquid with a pungent odor, used in food preservation, as a disinfectant, and in the manufacture of various chemicals.
- Food Industry: Used as a preservative (E280) in food products, especially in baked goods and cheeses.
- Agriculture: Applied as a fungicide and herbicide.
- Chemical Manufacturing: Used as an intermediate in the production of plastics, herbicides, and insecticides.
- Pharmaceuticals: Used as a precursor in the production of various pharmaceuticals.
Appearance
Colorless liquid
Odor
Pungent, characteristic odor
Molecular Formula
C3H6O2
Molecular Weight
74.08 g/mol
Boiling Point
141 °C
Density
1.003 g/cm³
Solubility
Soluble in water, alcohol, and ether
Flash Point
69.5 °C
Chemical Stability
Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from strong oxidizing agents
IUPAC Name
propanoic acid
Molekulyar formul
C3H6O2
Molekulyar kütlə
74.08 g/mol g/mol
SMILES
CCC(=O)O
InChIKey
XBDQKXXYIPTUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H303 May be harmful if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H402 Harmful to aquatic life
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