Chemical Industry Updates

  Sodium propionate is the sodium salt of propionic acid, with the chemical formula NaC3H5O2. It is a white crystalline solid that is commonly used as a food preservative, as well as in pharmaceuticals and animal feed. Sodium propionate inhibits the growth of mold and some bacteria in baked goods, dairy products, and other foods. In addition to its use as a food preservative, sodium propionate has also been studied for its potential as a treatment for metabolic disorders, such as type 2 diabetes and obesity. Some studies have suggested that it may have beneficial effects on glucose and lipid metabolism, although more research is needed to fully understand its potential as a therapeutic agent. Key companies covered as a part of this study include Prathista Industries Ltd, Fine Organic Industries Private Limited, Niacet Corporation, Macco Organiques Inc., Foodchem International Corporation, Tengzhou Tenglong Chemical Co. Ltd., and Dr. Paul Lohmann GmbH KG The sodium propionate market is