Calcium Propionate
Allzone Trading supplies calcium propionate to bakery, tortilla and prepared-food manufacturers in Ontario, Quebec and across Canada. Calcium propionate is used as a mould and rope inhibitor in yeast-leavened bakery products, where propionate chemistry is preferred because it interferes less with yeast activity than sorbate systems. Grade, physical form and documentation are confirmed against supplier technical data sheets at quotation.
At a glance
- Product
- Calcium Propionate
- Grades
- Grade confirmed at quotation
- Typical applications
- Yeast-leavened bread and bun production · Tortillas, flatbreads and pita · Cakes, muffins and sweet baked goods
- Packaging
- 25 kg bags
- • Certificate of Analysis is provided against the confirmed shipment, grade and batch.
- • Manufacturer TDS and SDS are subject to grade and supplier confirmation and are available on request.
- • Grades, packaging and origin above are indicative sourcing options and are confirmed at quotation.
Available grades from container-direct sourcing
Grade confirmed at quotation
Grade, physical form and specification are quoted and confirmed against the supplier technical data sheet before any order is placed.
Typical applications
- Yeast-leavened bread and bun production
- Tortillas, flatbreads and pita
- Cakes, muffins and sweet baked goods
- Prepared and part-baked bakery products
Why Canadian buyers choose us
- Container-direct sourcing coordinated through our Ontario logistics partner
- Supplier documentation (TDS, SDS, COA) requested and shared before order confirmation
- Specifications confirmed in writing at quotation stage — no assumed values
- LTL and FTL freight across Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada
- Quantities from single 25 kg bags to full container loads
Material identity
Calcium propionate — identifiers and the names buyers use
- CAS
- 4075-81-4
- EC / EINECS
- 223-795-8
- Food additive number
- E282 / INS 282
- Chemical formula
- C6H10CaO4
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Abbreviations
Industry terminology
Identifiers are published for material identification. The exact specification of any offered grade is confirmed against supplier documentation at quotation.
Buyer intent coverage
Calcium propionate — what it is, where it is used, how it is chosen
Calcium propionate is the calcium salt of propionic acid, supplied as a white powder or granule. It is the standard mould and rope inhibitor in commercial bakery, and is also used in feed as a mould inhibitor and calcium source.
Primary uses
- Inhibiting mould and rope in bread, buns and tortillas
- Extending shelf life in packaged bakery without refrigeration
- Mould control in moist feed and total mixed rations
Applications
- Pan bread, buns, bagels and flatbreads
- Tortillas and par-baked goods
- Cakes and sweet goods where pH allows
- Feed and forage preservation
Advantages
- Effective against Bacillus rope formation, which many other preservatives are not
- Contributes calcium rather than sodium, which suits sodium-reduction targets
- Stable through the bake, unlike some volatile organic acids
Limitations to consider
- Activity depends on dough pH — efficacy falls as pH rises
- Can retard yeast activity at higher dosages, affecting proof time
- Not effective against all spoilage yeasts
How to choose the right grade
- Confirm the grade matches the regulated end use (food or feed)
- Specify powder or granular based on dosing equipment and dust control
- Check the dosage against your dough pH and target shelf life
Typical grades
- Food grade
- Feed grade
Comparable materials — how Calcium propionate sits against alternatives
- Sodium propionate — same acid, sodium contribution instead of calcium
- Potassium sorbate — different spectrum, pH sensitive
- Cultured wheat / fermentates — clean-label route, different efficacy profile
Comparable-material reference. Grade selection is confirmed at RFQ against your process.
Procurement coverage
How to specify, order and receive Calcium propionate
Written for procurement, quality and technical buyers in Canada and the United States. No numeric price, MOQ, stock or lead-time value is published — those are confirmed per shipment in the quotation and against the confirmed batch.
How buyers specify at RFQ
- Grade (food or feed)
- Physical form (powder or granular) and particle size
- Assay and moisture limits
- Regulatory letters required (Halal, Kosher, non-GMO) where applicable
Packaging options (industry-standard)
- Multi-wall paper bag — standard bakery-ingredient format
- Fibre drum where dust control is required
- Packaging options and available pack sizes are confirmed with each quotation.
Storage & handling
- Store sealed and dry; the material is hygroscopic
- Keep away from strong acids
Documentation available
- Technical data sheet (TDS) for the offered grade
- Safety data sheet (SDS) in the format required for Canadian import
- Certificate of analysis (COA) against the confirmed batch
- Documentation is confirmed per batch at quotation; availability depends on the grade and supplier offered.
RFQ checklist for calcium-propionate-canada
Include these fields to receive an accurate Canada-landed quotation
- Food or feed grade
- Powder or granular
- Volume per shipment and annual volume
- Packaging format
- Regulatory letters required
- Delivery province
Technical & procurement detail
Why bakers choose propionate over sorbate+
Potassium sorbate is a strong mould inhibitor but also suppresses yeast, which makes it difficult to use in a yeast-leavened dough without hurting proof time. Calcium propionate is tolerated far better by baker's yeast, which is why it is the usual choice for bread, buns and tortillas, while sorbate stays in unleavened or post-bake applications.
Grade confirmation before order+
Powder and granular forms behave differently in a dry-blend or dough-feeder system. Allzone confirms the form, grade and supplier documentation before quoting, and shares the technical data sheet and safety data sheet for evaluation.
Frequently asked questions
What grade of calcium propionate do you supply?+
The grade and specification are confirmed at quotation against the supplier technical data sheet. No purity or certification value is published in advance.
Powder or granular?+
Both forms are reviewed per enquiry. Tell us how the material is dosed — dry blend, brew, or feeder — and the suitable form is confirmed with the supplier.
Can I request a technical data sheet and a safety data sheet?+
Yes. Both are provided on request and should be reviewed before purchase and use.
Do you deliver across Ontario and Quebec?+
Yes. LTL and FTL freight is arranged across Ontario, Quebec and Western Canada.
Technical knowledge for Calcium Propionate Supplier — Canada
Engineering and purchasing guidance written for this material — understand it, apply it, compare options, specify a grade, and fix production problems.
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Related products
Materials commonly quoted alongside Calcium Propionate by the same plants.
Sodium Benzoate
Preservative — microbial protection of water-containing formulations
Potassium Sorbate
Preservative — microbial protection of water-containing formulations
Need a quote on Calcium Propionate?
Request pricing, TDS/SDS and available documentation. We usually acknowledge enquiries within one business day; samples are subject to supplier availability and product classification.