Description of Calcium Propionate

Calcium Propionate is used as a preservative to extend the normal shelf life of food . It prevents mold and bacterial growth that would cause products to go bad and  also contributes to the nutritional value of each product by acting as a source of calcium. In foods,  C alcium propionate is used as a preservative, including but not limited to: bread, other baked goods, processed meat, whey, and other dairy products. In agriculture, it is used, among st  other things, to prevent milk fever in cows and as a feed supplement Propionates prevent microbes from producing the energy they need, like benzoates do. However, unlike benzoates, propionates do not require an acidic environment.

Characteristics of  Calcium Propionate :

Calcium Propionate  is a white, crystal, solid substance. It is odorless in its natural state, but users may detect an odor when bread is hot; the odor will disappear once the bread cools down. It’s pH (10% solution) is 7.5-9.0. It is non-GMO and allergen free. Calcium Propionate dissolves well and is easy to blend into flour. It is stable under normal conditions and can be slightly hygroscopic in that it easily absorbs moisture.

Conforms to: 

Calcium Propionate meets the requirements of EU Regulation 1272/2008 (CLP) and EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC. It also conforms to the latest Food Chemical Codex (FCC). Food Ingredient E282