What is Propionic Acid?
Propionic acid (propanoic acid) is a short-chain fatty acid with the formula C₃H₆O₂. It is a colourless liquid with a pungent odour and is extracted industrially for use as a chemical feedstock.
What do you use Propionic Acid for?
Propionic acid has several uses, including:
- Production of polymers: raw material for certain plastics and plasticizers.
- Laboratory research: reagent in organic synthesis and analytical methods.
- Chemical industry: intermediate for fine chemical and agrochemical compounds.
Dangers of Propionic Acid
Exposure may cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. Work in a well-ventilated area and wear suitable gloves and eye protection.
Other common areas of application:
- Raw material for agrochemical intermediates and special plasticizers.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
- Is Propionic Acid the same as Propionate?
- Propionates are salts/esters of propionic acid, often used as additives in industrial formulations.
- Where can I find more information about Propionic Acid?
- More information about propionic acid can be found at https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Propionic-Acid
Where can I buy high quality Propionic Acid?
DutchChems supplies technical grade propionic acid for industrial and laboratory applications. Contact us for packaging, price and shipping conditions.
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