Sodium propionate appears as white crystalline powder or spherical granules with a faint characteristic odour of propionic acid.

Sodium propionate (E281) is a cost-effective, high-solubility mold inhibitor tailored for cakes and chemical-leavened bakery products.

It is prone to moisture absorption for the following key reasons, which are directly related to its chemical structural characteristics, crystal structure features, and environmental factors.

Sodium propionate is a food preservative permitted for use in accordance with China’s GB2760 – 2011 regulations. It is used in pastries, bean products, etc.;