Cat Number: CHE79094

Propionic Acid

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CAS Number

79-09-4

Synonyms

Propanoic acid
ethylformic acid
methylacetic acid

Description

Propionic acid is a short-chain saturated fatty acid comprising ethane attached to the carbon of a carboxy group. It has a role as an antifungal drug. It is a short-chain fatty acid and a saturated fatty acid. It is a conjugate acid of a propionate.

Molecular Weight

74.08

Molecular Formula

C3H6O2

EINECS

201-176-3

SMILES

CCC(=O)O

Appearance

colorless liquid with a sharp rancid odor

Boiling Point

285.3 °F at 760 mmHg (NTP, 1992)

Density, g/cm3

0.995 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999)

Melting Point

-6.7 °F (NTP, 1992)

Flash Point

130 °F (NTP, 1992)

Vapour Pressure

3.53 [mmHg]

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