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Calcium Propionate
Calcium Propionate is a white powder or crystal, is odorless, or slightly smells propionic acid, and stable to heat and light. It is highly hygroscopic, soluble in water (50g/100ml), and insoluble in ethanol and ether. Under the acidic condition, Calcium Propionate in Bread generates free propionic acid which has an antibiotic effect.
Introduction
Appearance:White powder/granular/irregular particle
Molecular formula: C6H10O4Ca
Molecular weight: 186.22
CAS No.: 4075-81-4
HS No.: 29155090.00
FEMA No.: 3025
EINECS No.:223-795-8
Function : Preservative,Anti-mold.
Technical Specification
Analysis contents |
FCC IV Standard |
GB25548-2010 |
Assay |
≥99.0% |
≥99.0% |
Loss on drying |
≤5% |
≤9% |
PH |
6.5-9.0 |
6.5-9.0 |
Arsenic |
≤0.0003% |
≤0.0003% |
Heavy metals Pb |
≤0.001% |
≤0.001% |
F Chem fluoride |
≤0.003% |
≤0.003% |
The insoluble substance in water |
≤0.20% |
≤0.20% |
Application
As a food additive, Calcium Propionate in Bread is listed as E number 282 in the Codex Alimentarius. Calcium propionate is used as a preservative in a wide variety of products, including bread, other baked goods, processed meat, whey, and other dairy products.
Packing
25kg/bag or use cardboard barrel, Use food-grade polyethylene plastic barrel inside.
Storage and Transportation
Calcium Propionate in Bread Stored in dry, draughty, and clean warehouse; protect against dampness and heating; kept away from toxic articles, handle with care, protect against damage to packing.
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