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Linear Formula:
CH3CH2COOH
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
74.08
UNSPSC Code:
41116107
NACRES:
NA.24
PubChem Substance ID:
MDL number:
Beilstein/REAXYS Number:
506071
InChI
1S/C3H6O2/c1-2-3(4)5/h2H2,1H3,(H,4,5)
SMILES string
CCC(O)=O
InChI key
XBDQKXXYIPTUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N
grade
pharmaceutical primary standard
vapor density
2.55 (vs air)
vapor pressure
2.4 mmHg ( 20 °C)
API family
propionic acid
autoignition temp.
955 °F
expl. lim.
12.1 %
manufacturer/tradename
USP
mp
−24-−23 °C (lit.)
density
0.993 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.)
application(s)
pharmaceutical (small molecule)
format
neat
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General description
Propionic acid (PA) is a naturally occurring carboxylic acid, which in its pure state exists as a colorless corrosive liquid with an unpleasant odor. It is miscible in water. Industrially it is produced by hydrocarboxylation of ethylene in presence nickel carbonyl as a catalyst. PA has been found to reduce food intake, lower the fatty acids content in plasma and liver, might improve tissue insulin sensitivity and exerts immunosuppressive actions. Propionic acid is an excellent raw material as it is stable, cheap and safe and can even be used as a food additive.
This product is provided as delivered and specified by the issuing Pharmacopoeia. All information provided in support of this product, including SDS and any product information leaflets have been developed and issued under the Authority of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
For further information and support please go to the website of the issuing Pharmacopoeia.
Application
Propionic acid USP reference standard, intended for use in specified quality tests and assays as specified in the USP compendia.
Analysis Note
These products are for test and assay use only. They are not meant for administration to humans or animals and cannot be used to diagnose, treat, or cure diseases of any kind.
Other Notes
Sales restrictions may apply.
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Danger
hcodes
Hazard Classifications
Eye Dam. 1 - Flam. Liq. 3 - Skin Corr. 1B - STOT SE 3
target_organs
Respiratory system
Storage Class
3 - Flammable liquids
wgk
WGK 1
flash_point_f
129.2 °F - closed cup
flash_point_c
54 °C - closed cup
Regulatory Information
危险化学品
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