for insect cell culture, ≥99.5% Suitable for insect cell culture for sensitive chromatographic and analytical workflows requiring minimal baseline interference.

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SDS, COA, datasheet, and spec sheet available for download. Lot-specific COA accessible via lot number lookup.

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Literature proof

Cited in 538 peer-reviewed publications across chromatography, organic synthesis, and cross-coupling reactions.

Specifications

Synonyms

Propanoic acid Propanyl acid

Specifications & Purity

for insect cell culture, ≥99.5%

Storage

Room temperature

Shipped In

FedEx DG Service

Grade

Suitable for insect cell culture

Action Type

INHIBITOR

Purity

≥99.5%

Names and Identifiers

Canonical Smiles

CCC(=O)O

IUPAC Name

propanoic acid

InChIKey

XBDQKXXYIPTUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N

INCHI

1S/C3H6O2/c1-2-3(4)5/h2H2,1H3,(H,4,5)

Isomeric SMILES

CCC(=O)O

WGK Germany

RTECS

UE5950000

Alternate CAS

79-09-4,68990-37-4,68937-68-8,557-28-8 (zinc salt)

UN Number

3463

Packing Group

MeSH Entry Terms

chromium propionate;ethylformic acid;lithium propanoate;Monoprop;potassium propionate;propionic acid;propionic acid, zinc salt;zinc propionate

Molecular Weight

74.08

Beilstein

506071

Reaxy-Rn

506071

Reaxys-RN_link_address

https://www.reaxys.com/reaxys/secured/hopinto.do?context=S&query=IDE.XRN=506071&ln=

Documentation

📋 Safety Data Sheet (SDS)

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Taxonomic Classification

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Kingdom Organic compounds
- Superclass Organic acids and derivatives
  - Class Carboxylic acids and derivatives
    - Subclass Carboxylic acids

Kingdom	Organic compounds
Superclass	Organic acids and derivatives
Class	Carboxylic acids and derivatives
Subclass	Carboxylic acids
Intermediate Tree Nodes	Not available
Direct Parent	Carboxylic acids
Alternative Parents	Monocarboxylic acids and derivatives Organic oxides Hydrocarbon derivatives Carbonyl compounds
Molecular Framework	Aliphatic acyclic compounds
Substituents	Monocarboxylic acid or derivatives - Carboxylic acid - Organic oxygen compound - Organic oxide - Hydrocarbon derivative - Organooxygen compound - Carbonyl group - Aliphatic acyclic compound
Description	This compound belongs to the class of organic compounds known as carboxylic acids. These are compounds containing a carboxylic acid group with the formula -C(=O)OH.
External Descriptors	Straight chain fatty acids
1. Djoumbou Feunang Y, Eisner R, Knox C, Chepelev L, Hastings J, Owen G, Fahy E, Steinbeck C, Subramanian S, Bolton E, Greiner R, and Wishart DS. ClassyFire: Automated Chemical Classification With A Comprehensive, Computable Taxonomy. Journal of Cheminformatics, 2016, 8:61. DOI: 10.1186/s13321-016-0174-y

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Lot Number	Certificate Type	Date	Item
L2505107	Certificate of Analysis	Dec 09, 2025	P110449
C2528045	Certificate of Analysis	Apr 21, 2025	P110449
E2128139	Certificate of Analysis	Mar 04, 2025	P110449
J1922029	Certificate of Analysis	Aug 02, 2023	P110449

Chemical and Physical Properties

Sensitivity	Moisture sensitive.
Refractive Index	n20/D 1.386 (lit.)
Flash Point(°C)	58℃
Boil Point(°C)	141.1°C
Melt Point(°C)	−24-−23 °C (lit.)
Molecular Weight	74.080 g/mol
XLogP3	0.300
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	1
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	2
Rotatable Bond Count	1
Exact Mass	74.0368 Da
Monoisotopic Mass	74.0368 Da
Topological Polar Surface Area	37.300 Å²
Heavy Atom Count	5
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	40.200
Isotope Atom Count	0
Defined Atom Stereocenter Count	0
Undefined Atom Stereocenter Count	0
Defined Bond Stereocenter Count	0
Undefined Bond Stereocenter Count	0
The total count of all stereochemical bonds	0
Covalently-Bonded Unit Count	1

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What is the purity of this product?

This product is supplied at ≥99.5% purity (chemical assay). Lot-specific values are stated on the Certificate of Analysis.

What does suitable for insect cell culture mean?

suitable for insect cell culture indicates that the product has been processed and tested for cell culture and tissue engineering. Specifications may include endotoxin limits, microbial controls, sterility, low DNase/RNase/protease activity, and verified biological activity where relevant.

How should this product be stored?

Store at room temperature.

How is this product shipped?

This product is classified as dangerous goods and ships via FedEx DG Service. Ground and other economy services are not available, and delivery to some destinations or address types may be restricted.

What are the CAS number, molecular formula and molecular weight?

The CAS Number is 79-09-4, the molecular formula is C3H6O2, and the molecular weight is 74.08 g/mol. InChIKey XBDQKXXYIPTUBI-UHFFFAOYSA-N.

What documentation is provided?

Available product documentation, including Certificates of Analysis (COA), Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and specification sheets, is shown in the product document area. Document availability and access follow the current site policy.

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