Calcium Propionate is a calcium salt of propionic acid widely used as a food preservative and mold inhibitor. It helps control the growth of mold and certain microorganisms, making it valuable for maintaining the quality and shelf life of baked goods, animal feed, and other products.
Its good stability, easy handling, and effective antimicrobial properties make it suitable for bakery products, animal feed, flour-based foods, and various food processing applications.
Applications of Calcium Propionate
- Bakery product preservation
- Bread and flour-based foods
- Animal feed preservation
- Feed ingredient formulations
- Food processing
- Mold control
- Agricultural feed applications
Key Features & Benefits of Calcium Propionate
| Feature | Benefit |
|---|---|
| Effective mold inhibitor | Helps control mold growth |
| Good stability | Supports consistent preservation performance |
| Easy handling | Allows convenient dosing and mixing |
| Long-lasting preservation | Helps maintain product quality during storage |
| Low odor | Minimizes impact on product characteristics |
| Versatile application | Suitable for food and feed formulations |
Technical Data Sheet (TDS) of Calcium Propionate
| Parameter | Typical Value |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Calcium Propionate |
| Chemical Formula | C₆H₁₀CaO₄ |
| CAS Number | 4075-81-4 |
| Appearance | White crystalline powder or granules |
| Color | White |
| Purity | ≥ 99% |
| Molecular Weight | 186.22 g/mol |
| Solubility | Soluble in water |
| Odor | Slight characteristic odor |
| Application | Food preservation and feed use |
| Packaging | 25kg bags |
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