Sodium propionate, USP

Name: Sodium propionate, USP
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-047266

About Sodium propionate, USP

Sodium propionate is an aroma chemical in USP grade carrying the CAS registry number 137-40-6. With the molecular formula C3H5NaO2, it has a molar mass of 96.06 g/mol. The IUPAC name is sodium propanoate. It is also known as Propionic acid sodium salt or Propanoic acid, sodium salt.

Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

It is commonly used for flavour formulation, fragrance compounding and aroma research. Our customers for this product work in food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Standard pack sizes are 500 g, and every batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) and we export worldwide. SDS and detailed specification sheets can be requested with your quotation.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium propionate, USP
Catalogue No.	VQ-047266
CAS Number	137-40-6
IUPAC name	sodium propanoate
Molecular formula	C₃H₅NaO₂
Molecular weight	96.06 g/mol
Exact mass	96.0187
Grade	USP
HSN code	29155000
InChIKey	JXKPEJDQGNYQSM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	CCC(=O)[O-].[Na+]
PubChem CID	2723816

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
H-bond donors / acceptors	0 / 2
TPSA	40.1 Å²
Synonyms	Propionic acid sodium salt, Propanoic acid, sodium salt, Ocuseptine, Propisol, Propionic acid, sodium salt, Bioban-S, Keenate, Propi-ophtal, Sodium propionate anhydrous, Whit-pro, Propanoic acid, sodium salt (1:1), Propionan sodny

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Environmental hazard

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction
H318Causes serious eye damage
H411Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P272, P273, P280, P301 + P317, P302 + P352, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P321, P330, P333 + P317, P362 + P364, P391, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Other grades of CAS 137-40-6

Extra Pure

Sodium propionate, 98%

CAS: 137-40-6
Formula: C₃H₅NaO₂
MW: 96.06 g/mol

VQ-019351

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium propionate, USP?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium propionate, USP is 137-40-6. It is also known as Propionic acid sodium salt, Propanoic acid, sodium salt, Ocuseptine.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium propionate, USP?

Sodium propionate, USP has the molecular formula C3H5NaO2 and a molecular weight of 96.06 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium propanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium propionate, USP can I order?

We supply Sodium propionate, USP in USP grade, in 500 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sodium propionate, USP?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium propionate, USP is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Sodium propionate, USP be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium propionate, USP is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.