PRODUCTS

SODIUM DIPROPIONATE

Sodium dipropionate may be used as a preservative or pH-adjusting agent in personal care formulations (e.g., creams, deodorants) due to its antimicrobial nature.
Sodium dipropionate helps prolong the shelf life of animal feeds and silage.
Sodium dipropionate can act as a corrosion inhibitor in certain water-based systems.

CAS Number: 63785-15-9
EC Number: 264-460-6
IUPAC Name: sodium;propanoate;propanoic acid
Molecular Formula: C6H11NaO4
Molecular Weight: 170.14 g/mol

SYNONYMS:
Sodium dipropionate, DTXSID10889782, DTXCID901029034, 63785-15-9, SCHEMBL2128599, Ocuseptine, Napropion, Propiofar, Propisol, Deketon, Impedex, Keenate, Mycoban, Propion, Sodium propanoate, SODIUM PROPIONATE, Propi-ophtal, Whit-pro, Bioban-S, Natriumpropionat, Propionan sodny, Propionic acid sodium salt, Sodium dipropionate, Caswell No. 707A, Propanoic acid, sodium salt

Sodium dipropionate is an organic sodium salt derived from propionic acid, consisting of two propionate units linked via a sodium ion.
Sodium dipropionate is structurally related to sodium propionate (which is a well-known food preservative), but sodium dipropionate represents a dimeric form or a more complex salt variant.

Sodium dipropionate is a white crystalline powder or solid, odorless or slightly odoriferous, and freely soluble in water, making it useful for aqueous formulations.

USES and APPLICATIONS of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
Pharmaceuticals uses of Sodium dipropionate: Excipient: Potential use as a buffering agent or stabilizer in drug formulations due to its compatibility and low toxicity.
Cosmetics and Personal Care: Sodium dipropionate may be used as a preservative or pH-adjusting agent in personal care formulations (e.g., creams, deodorants) due to its antimicrobial nature.

Animal Feed: Mold Inhibitor: Sodium dipropionate helps prolong the shelf life of animal feeds and silage.
Industrial Use: Sodium dipropionate can act as a corrosion inhibitor in certain water-based systems.
Sodium dipropionate may be part of formulations in cleaners or agricultural sprays.

Although Sodium dipropionate is less common than sodium propionate, it has potential or established applications in the following areas:
Food preservation uses of Sodium dipropionate: While sodium propionate (monomer) is approved as a preservative (e.g., in bread), the dipropionate may be explored as a slow-release or buffer variant—though direct usage documentation is lacking.

pH buffering uses of Sodium dipropionate: In industrial, pharmaceutical, or laboratory settings where propionate-based buffering is needed with sodium’s neutralizing effect.

Potential pharmaceuticals: Sodium dipropionate may serve in formulations requiring stable sodium propionate derivatives, possibly in extended-release contexts.
Uses of Sodium dipropionate: Preservative/buffer, possible pharmaceutical utility

-Food Industry uses of Sodium dipropionate:
*Preservative:
Like its monomeric counterpart, sodium dipropionate likely acts against mold and some bacteria by interfering with microbial metabolism.

*pH Buffer:
Sodium dipropionate helps maintain the acidity/alkalinity balance in processed food products, especially in baked goods.

CHARACTERISTICS & BENEFITS OF SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
Sodium dipropionate functions as a buffering agent (maintains pH stability), a trait common to sodium carboxylates.

*Food-grade potential:
Propionate derivatives like sodium propionate are widely used as food preservatives, indicating possible use in similar culinary or pharmaceutical formulations—though this specific dimer lacks direct evidence.
Likely non-volatile and stable in dry form, with good shelf stability.

✅ BENEFITS OF SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
*Low toxicity and GRAS (Generally Recognized as Safe) status assumed (similar to sodium propionate).
*Wide-spectrum antimicrobial activity, especially against molds and some gram-positive bacteria.
*Water solubility allows easy formulation in both food and pharmaceutical products.
*Non-volatile, which makes Sodium dipropionate safer for handling and processing than volatile organic acids.
*Biodegradable, reducing environmental impact.

PHYSICAL and CHEMICAL PROPERTIES of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
IUPAC name: Sodium dipropanoate
Common name: Sodium dipropionate
IUPAC Name
sodium;propanoate;propanoic acid
CAS number: Not explicitly provided in PubChem
EC number: Not found in available sources
InChI: InChI=1S/2C3H6O2.Na/c21-2-3(4)5;/h22H2,1H3,(H,4,5);/q;;+1/p-1
PubChem CID: 87,339,377
ChemSpider ID: Not listed
Chemical formula: C₆H₁₁NaO₄
InChIKey: PDIDTMXYILXCLW-UHFFFAOYSA-M
Molecular weight: ~166.13 g/mol

SMILES: CCC(=O)O.CCC(=O)[O-].[Na+]
Appearance: Expected as a white crystalline or powder, typical of sodium organic salts
Melting point: Not provided
Boiling point: Not applicable (decomposes before boiling)
Density: Not available
Solubility: Highly soluble in water;
insoluble in organic solvents—a characteristic feature of sodium carboxylates
Formula / Mol. Wt.: C₆H₁₁NaO₄ / ~166.13 g/mol
CAS / EC Number: Not identified
Appearance: White crystalline powder (expected)
Solubility: High water solubility; insoluble in organics
IUPAC Name: sodium propanoate

InChI Key: JXKPEJDQGNYQSM-UHFFFAOYSA-M
H-Bond Acceptor: 2
H-Bond Donor: 0
Molecular Weight: 170.14 g/mol
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count: 1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 4
Rotatable Bond Count: 2
Exact Mass: 170.05550311 Da
Monoisotopic Mass: 170.05550311 Da
Topological Polar Surface Area: 77.4 Å²

Heavy Atom Count: 11
Formal Charge: 0
Complexity: 84.2
Isotope Atom Count: 0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count: 0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count: 0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 3
Compound Is Canonicalized: Yes

FIRST AID MEASURES of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Description of first-aid measures
*General advice:
Show this material safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
*If inhaled:
After inhalation:
Fresh air.
*In case of skin contact:
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
Rinse skin with
water/ shower.
*In case of eye contact:
After eye contact:
Rinse out with plenty of water.
Call in ophthalmologist.
Remove contact lenses.
*If swallowed:
After swallowing:
Immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most).
Consult a physician.
-Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed.
No data available

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Environmental precautions:
Do not let product enter drains.
-Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:
Cover drains.
Collect, bind, and pump off spills.
Observe possible material restrictions.
Take up dry.
Dispose of properly.
Clean up affected area.

FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Extinguishing media:
*Suitable extinguishing media:
Carbon dioxide (CO2)
Foam
Dry powder
*Unsuitable extinguishing media:
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
-Further information:
Prevent fire extinguishing water from contaminating surface water or the ground water system.

EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Control parameters:
--Ingredients with workplace control parameters:
-Exposure controls:
--Personal protective equipment:
*Eye/face protection:
Use equipment for eye protection.
Safety glasses
*Body Protection:
protective clothing
*Respiratory protection:
Recommended Filter type: Filter A
-Control of environmental exposure:
Do not let product enter drains.

HANDLING and STORAGE of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:
*Storage conditions:
Tightly closed.
Dry.

STABILITY and REACTIVITY of SODIUM DIPROPIONATE:
-Chemical stability:
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
-Possibility of hazardous reactions:
No data available