Propanoic Acid (Propionic Acid) – LR Grade, 500ml (UN Approved)

Propanoic Acid, also known as Propionic Acid, is supplied in a 500ml UN‑approved container and manufactured to Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade. This organic carboxylic acid is suitable for controlled use in educational chemistry laboratories, offering consistent quality for practical work and demonstrations.

Identified by CAS Number: 79‑09‑4 and UN Number: 3463, propanoic acid is a regulated liquid that must be handled in accordance with standard laboratory safety procedures. It is commonly used to illustrate the properties and reactions of carboxylic acids and supports a wide range of curriculum‑linked experiments.

Please note: this chemical is supplied exclusively to educational establishments. Customers must be logged in with an approved school or institutional account for the Add To Basket button to appear. Orders will be shipped only to school addresses in line with safety and compliance requirements.

Due to courier and safety regulations, chemical products cannot be returned. This does not affect statutory rights.

Key Features

• Propanoic Acid (Propionic Acid)
• Laboratory Reagent (LR) grade
• 500ml UN‑approved container
• CAS No: 79‑09‑4
• UN No: 3463
• Clear labelling for safe storage and handling
• Supplied only to schools and educational establishments

Ideal for School Science Lessons

Propanoic Acid is well suited to GCSE and A‑Level chemistry lessons, particularly when studying organic acids and functional groups. When used under teacher supervision and in line with COSHH guidelines, it enables safe, hands‑on learning that reinforces theoretical understanding.

• Studying the structure and properties of carboxylic acids
• Demonstrating acid–base neutralisation reactions
• Preparing and investigating salts and esters
• Comparing organic acids by chain length and reactivity
• Developing accurate measuring and handling techniques

Clearly labelled and supplied specifically for education, Propanoic Acid LR Grade is a reliable and curriculum‑relevant reagent that supports effective practical teaching and high standards of laboratory safety in school science departments.