Product name:Propyl gallate
CAS:121-79-9
Molecular Formula:C10H12O5
Formula Weight:212.2
Specification:100G
Description:
Propyl gallate, or propyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate is an ester formed by the condensation of gallic acid and propanol. Since 1948, this antioxidant has been added to foods containing oils and fats to prevent oxidation.As a food additive, it is used under the E number E310.
Propyl gallate is used to protect oils and fats in products from oxidation.
It is used in foods, cosmetics, hair products, adhesives, and lubricants.
It is used as a triplet quencher in fluorescence microscopy.