Propionic Acid (Food Grade)
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Food Ingredients

Propionic Acid (Food Grade)

Premium food grade propionic acid and calcium propionate for effective mold inhibition in baked goods. This specialized preservative extends shelf life in bread, dairy products, and processed foods by preventing mold growth while maintaining product quality and safety.

  • Effective Mold Inhibition
  • Essential for Baked Goods
  • Extended Shelf Life
  • Multiple Salt Forms Available
  • Safe for Daily Consumption
  • Professional Food Grade
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Name: Propionic Acid
E Number: E280
CAS Number: 79-09-4
Chemical Formula: C₃H₆O₂
Molecular Weight: 74.08 g/mol
Physical State: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Pungent, rancid
Solubility: Miscible with water
pH (0.1M solution): 2.9
Boiling Point: 141°C
Purity: ≥99.5%
Packaging: 200kg drums, 1000kg IBC

Applications

Baked Goods
Dairy Products
Processed Meats
Animal Feed
Fruit Preparations
Beverages
Confectionery
Cosmetics
Antimold Agent
Food Preservation
Natural Preservative
Shelf Life Extension

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized propionic acid grades tailored for specific applications, ensuring optimal preservative performance and regulatory compliance across diverse food formulations.

Food Grade
Purity: ≥99.5% Heavy Metals: ≤10 ppm Water Content: ≤0.2% Application: Food preservation
Bakery Grade
Activity: High antimold Heat stability: Good Dough tolerance: Excellent Application: Bread, pastries
Feed Grade
Purity: ≥98% Mold inhibition: Effective Storage stability: Enhanced Application: Animal feed
Technical Grade
Purity: ≥99% Industrial applications: Yes Cost-effective: Yes Application: Chemical synthesis

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's Propionic Acid is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international food safety standards and regulatory requirements for consistent preservation performance.

ISO 22000:2018 Food Safety Management
FCC & EU Preservative Standards
Broad Spectrum Antimold
Advanced Purity Testing
High Chemical Purity
Heat Stable Properties
Certificate of Analysis
Sustainable Production

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

Food Grade Propionic Acid exhibits exceptional chemical properties essential for food preservation applications. Its ultra-pure composition and precise antimicrobial characteristics ensure reliable performance in demanding food preservation and mold inhibition applications.

Analytical Properties
Purity: ≥ 99.5%
Water Content: ≤ 0.5%
pH (1% solution): 2.5-3.5
Acidity (as Propionic): ≥ 99.0%
Physical Properties
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Characteristic pungent odor
Density (20°C): 0.988-0.994 g/cm³
Solubility: Miscible with water and alcohol
Antimicrobial Performance
Antimicrobial Activity: Effective against molds and bacteria
MIC (Typical molds): 0.05-0.2% w/w
Usage Level: 0.1-0.4% typical
pH Effectiveness: Most effective below pH 5.5
Purity Specifications
Heavy Metals: ≤ 10 ppm
Lead: ≤ 2 ppm
Arsenic: ≤ 3 ppm
Residue on Ignition: ≤ 0.05%
Stability Properties
Shelf Life: 36 months (unopened)
Light Sensitivity: Stable under normal conditions
Temperature Stability: Stable across food processing temps
Chemical Stability: Excellent in food matrices

Performance Characteristics

Detailed performance metrics demonstrate Propionic Acid superiority in food preservation with exceptional antimicrobial efficiency, broad spectrum activity, and cost-effective performance across diverse food preservation applications.

Antimicrobial Excellence

Efficiency: Broad spectrum mold and bacteria control

Superior preservation performance
Processing Stability

Working range: Stable across processing temperatures

Maintains activity during processing
Natural Occurrence

Naturally occurring in Swiss cheese and human gut

Natural antimicrobial agent
Usage Efficiency

Effective at 0.1-0.4% concentrations

Highly cost-effective
Regulatory Approval

GRAS status and global regulatory acceptance

Widely approved preservative
Shelf Life Extension

Significantly extends product shelf life

Outstanding preservation efficacy

Safety Information

GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) food preservative with established usage levels and no known adverse effects at normal concentrations. Handle with appropriate protective equipment due to acidic nature. Use proper ventilation and follow Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP).

GRAS Status
Food Safe
Corrosive

Storage & Handling

Store in corrosion-resistant containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and vapor escape. Use appropriate protective equipment and corrosion-resistant handling equipment.

Cool storage (15-25°C)
Well-ventilated area
Corrosion-resistant packaging
Use protective equipment

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Propionic acid functions as a natural antimicrobial preservative through organic acid structure, creating bacterial and mold inhibition for food preservation through pH reduction and membrane disruption mechanisms.

pH Reduction

Lowers food pH creating unfavorable environment for pathogens

Inhibits bacterial growth and spore formation
Membrane Disruption

Penetrates microbial cell membranes disrupting cellular processes

Effective against molds and bacteria
Metabolic Inhibition

Interferes with microbial enzyme systems and metabolism

Prevents spoilage organism proliferation
Synergistic Effects

Enhances effectiveness when combined with other preservatives

Optimizes preservation system performance

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures global food industry access with complete documentation packages supporting international food safety standards and natural preservative approval requirements.

FDA GRAS Status

Generally Recognized as Safe for food applications

E280 Approval

European food additive approval for preservative applications

HACCP Certified

Hazard Analysis Critical Control Points system

Codex Alimentarius

International food preservative standards compliance

Natural Origin

Naturally occurring organic acid with clean label appeal

Allergen-Free

Free from major allergens for sensitive consumers

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's food technology team provides comprehensive preservation support, antimicrobial application guidance, and technical services to optimize propionic acid performance in your specific food applications.

Preservation Science
  • Antimicrobial efficacy testing
  • Shelf life extension studies
  • pH optimization guidance
  • Custom preservation solutions
Analytical Services
  • Propionic acid content analysis
  • Microbiological testing
  • pH impact assessment
  • Stability studies
Technical Support
  • Application troubleshooting
  • Storage and handling guidance
  • Quality control protocols
  • Regulatory compliance assistance
Supply Solutions
  • Custom concentration formulations
  • Flexible packaging options
  • Just-in-time delivery
  • Technical documentation packages

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our propionic acid production emphasizes environmental responsibility through sustainable fermentation processes, renewable feedstock utilization, and comprehensive waste management for food industry applications.

Biofermentation

Sustainable production using renewable carbohydrate sources

Water Management

Closed-loop processing with water treatment and recycling

Green Processing

Environmentally friendly fermentation and purification

Biodegradability

Complete biodegradation in environmental conditions

Carbon Footprint

Reduced greenhouse gas emissions through bioprocessing

Packaging Sustainability

Recyclable and reduced packaging materials

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's state-of-the-art food ingredient manufacturing facility employs advanced fermentation and purification technology to ensure consistent propionic acid quality and antimicrobial effectiveness across all production batches.

Production Process

Advanced fermentation in controlled food-grade environment

Precise concentration and purity control
Quality Testing

Comprehensive testing including purity, concentration, and microbiological safety

Real-time monitoring and batch verification
Food Safety Systems

HACCP and ISO 22000 food safety management systems

Continuous improvement and preventive controls
Packaging Control

Corrosion-resistant packaging with contamination prevention

Quality preservation and product integrity

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive food industry data demonstrating propionic acid effectiveness across diverse applications with quantified performance metrics and preservation validations.

Bakery Products
Mold Prevention: 99% effectiveness Shelf Life: 300% extension Quality Maintenance: Preserved freshness
Dairy Products
Bacterial Control: 95% reduction Safety Enhancement: Pathogen prevention Quality Preservation: Extended freshness
Animal Feed
Mold Inhibition: Complete prevention Nutritional Quality: Maintained value Storage Life: Significantly extended

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Superior Efficacy

Consistently high-purity propionic acid with exceptional antimicrobial effectiveness and stability

Reliable Supply

Guaranteed availability with sustainable fermentation and flexible production scheduling

Preservation Expertise

Dedicated food scientists provide antimicrobial optimization and preservation system support

Quality Assurance

Comprehensive certificates with purity data and food safety compliance documentation

Global Standards

International compliance with FDA, EU, and Codex standards for worldwide acceptance

Partnership Approach

Collaborative relationships with food manufacturers and custom preservation solutions