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Perpropionic acid

Also known as Peroxypropionic acid, Propaneperoxoic acid, Perpropanoic acid

CAS 4212-43-5Formula C3H6O3Molar mass 90.08 g/molEC 224-139-3
Perpropionic acid chemical structure, C3H6O3, CAS 4212-43-5
2D chemical structure

Key facts

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CAS number
4212-43-5
Formula
C3H6O3
Molar mass
90.08 g/mol
EC number
224-139-3
HS code
291590
Category
Initiators, curing agents and crosslinkers

What is Perpropionic acid?

Plain description, key identifiers and synonyms

Perpropionic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molar mass of 90.08 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4212-43-5. The IUPAC name is propaneperoxoic acid.

Identifiers

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IUPAC name
propaneperoxoic acid
CAS number
4212-43-5 CAS number cross-checked
EC number
224-139-3
Molecular formula
C3H6O3
UNII
TC7N3T6225
InChIKey
CZPZWMPYEINMCF-UHFFFAOYSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H6O3/c1-2-3(4)6-5/h5H,2H2,1H3
SMILES (canonical and isomeric)
CCC(=O)OO

Synonyms

  • Peroxypropionic acid
  • Propaneperoxoic acid
  • Perpropanoic acid
  • Propanecarboperoxoic acid
  • Peroxypropanoic acid
  • Propaneperoxic acid
  • perpropionic aicd
  • Propaneperoxoic-acid-
  • CH3CH2C(O)OOH

Physical and chemical properties

Measured values and descriptors computed from the structure

Physical and chemical properties

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Computed descriptors

Calculated from the structure, useful for screening and formulation

Molecular weight
90.08 g/molcalc.
Exact mass
90.0317 Dacalc.
LogP (octanol/water)
0.41calc.
Topological polar surface area
46.53 Ųcalc.
Hydrogen bond donors
1calc.
Hydrogen bond acceptors
3calc.
Rotatable bonds
1calc.
Heavy atoms
6calc.
Rings
0calc.
Aromatic rings
0calc.
Fraction sp3 carbons
0.67calc.
Formal charge
0calc.
Stereocentres
0calc.
Lipinski rule of five
Passes (0 violations)calc.

Calculated for screening. Confirm critical figures with the supplier.

Safety and hazards

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet

No GHS hazard classification is recorded for this substance yet. That does not mean it is harmless.

GHS classification summary, not a safety data sheet (SDS). Classifications can differ by supplier, grade and concentration. Always check the supplier's SDS.

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Uses and applications

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Regulatory status

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United States

  • TSCA inventory (USA)
    Status: Inactive in US commerce

HS code and trade data

Customs classification and reported world trade statistics

Global trade

World import and export statistics for the HS code Perpropionic acid is traded under.

HS 2915.90Indicative HS code

Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids, anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and halogenated…

World exports in 2024
$3.42B
+5.6% vs 2023, imports $3.55B
2019 to 2024
Top exporters
  1. Indonesia15.9%
  2. Germany13.0%
  3. Malaysia12.4%
Top importers
  1. China14.4%
  2. Netherlands11.7%
  3. United States11.5%
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The HS code shown for Perpropionic acid is indicative (it was assigned by structure rules). Confirm the classification with your customs broker before shipping.

Frequently asked questions

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What is Perpropionic acid?

Perpropionic acid is a chemical substance with the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molar mass of 90.08 g/mol. Its CAS registry number is 4212-43-5. The IUPAC name is propaneperoxoic acid.

What is the CAS number of Perpropionic acid?

The CAS registry number of Perpropionic acid is 4212-43-5.

What is the molecular formula and weight of Perpropionic acid?

The molecular formula of Perpropionic acid is C3H6O3 and its molar mass is 90.08 g/mol.

What is Perpropionic acid used for?

Known uses and roles of Perpropionic acid include initiators and catalysts in plastics and polymers and curing agents and crosslinkers in plastics and polymers.

Is Perpropionic acid hazardous?

No GHS hazard classification for Perpropionic acid is recorded on CompoundList yet. That does not prove it is safe. Always read the supplier safety data sheet.

What is the HS code of Perpropionic acid?

Perpropionic acid is usually classified under HS code 291590 (Saturated acyclic monocarboxylic acids and their anhydrides, halides, peroxides and…). This is indicative, confirm it with your customs broker before shipping.

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