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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