Description

Calcium Propionate, Hydrate is a white, crystalline powder widely recognized as a highly effective and safe food-grade preservative. Its primary value lies in inhibiting the growth of mold and rope bacteria, thereby significantly extending the shelf life of various perishable goods. This compound is essential for manufacturers in the baking, dairy, and processed food industries who require reliable, cost-effective preservation solutions that meet stringent global food safety standards.

Application

• Baked Goods Preservation: A key mold inhibitor in bread, cakes, pastries, and tortillas to prevent spoilage during distribution and storage.
• Dairy and Cheese Products: Used to control surface mold and yeast growth on cheeses and other dairy items.
• Animal Feed Additive: Employed as a preservative in feed and silage to prevent fungal and bacterial deterioration, ensuring nutritional quality.
• Tobacco Industry: Acts as a humectant and preservative in processed tobacco to maintain moisture and prevent microbial growth.
• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Serves as a safe and stable anti-microbial agent in certain pharmaceutical and nutraceutical formulations.
• Personal Care Products: Incorporated as a preservative in cosmetics and personal care items where a safe, non-irritating agent is required.

Basic Information

Product Name	Calcium Propionate, Hydrate
CAS No.	63916-11-0
Molecular Formula	C6H10CaO4 • xH2O
Molecular Weight	Anhydrous: 186.22 g/mol
Synonyms	Calcium Propionate Monohydrate; Propanoic Acid, Calcium Salt, Hydrate; Calcium Dihydrogen Propionate; Mycoban; Food Grade Preservative E282; Calcium Propanoate Hydrate; Calcium Propionate Hydrate (1:2:1)
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Quality Control

Our Calcium Propionate, Hydrate is manufactured under strict quality systems to ensure it meets or exceeds relevant industry standards, including FCC (Food Chemicals Codex) and other international food-grade specifications. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing for purity, identity, and heavy metal content. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) is provided with each shipment to guarantee product integrity and traceability.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This material is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to prevent caking and degradation due to moisture absorption.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White, crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Anhydrous Basis)	98.0% - 100.5%
pH (10% Solution)	7.0 - 9.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 5.0%
Fluoride	≤ 0.003%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Arsenic (As)	≤ 3 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.