Product | Potassium Propionate | |||||
CAS | 327-62-8 | INS | 283 | |||
Molecular formula | C3H5KO2 | |||||
Quality Specification |
Standard Item |
JECFA (1997) | ||||
Content(dry basis) | ≥99.0% | |||||
Loss on drying (Vol. 4) | ≤ 4% (105℃, 2 h) | |||||
Solubility (Vol. 4) | Easily soluble in water, soluble in ethanol | |||||
Positive test for potassium | Passed test | |||||
pH (Vol. 4) | 7.5 - 10.5 ( 1 in 10 soln) | |||||
Water-insoluble matter | ≤ 0.1 % | |||||
Iron (Vol. 4) | ≤30 mg/kg | |||||
Lead (Vol. 4) | ≤ 5 mg/kg |
Properties:White or colorless crystals,strong bactericidal or bacteriostatic effect on bacteria, fungi, yeast and other microorganisms.The anti-corrosion effect is better than that of sodium benzoate .
Application:Preservative,mildew and inhibitor of bread microbial viscous fluid;EEC approves it used in dairy, bakery products, puddings and processing of cheese.
Dosage: Refer to the amount of potassium sorbate.