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Calcium Propionate, A white powder or crystal, is odorless, or slightly smells propionic acid, and stable to heat and light. It is highly hydroscopic, soluble in water (50g/100ml) and insoluble in ethanol and ether. Under the acidic condition, it generates free propionic cid which has antibiotic effect.
calcium propionate can inhibit growth of some individual molds and bacteria and is
widely used in grain products such as bread to inhibit molds and prolong product
shelf life.
In addition, it is used to prevent other products from deterioration resulted from
microorganisms. Compared with other bacteria killers, it is non-toxic and low
in cost, and thus is widely used in wines, cakes, fruit jam, bean products, chocolate,
cheese and western style meal. It is never harmful to health and has a remarkable
effect in anti-mold.
Conforming to HG2921-1999(state standard of PRC).