Propionic anhydridePropionic anhydride is an organic compound with the formula (CH3CH2CO)2O. This simple acid anhydride is a colourless liquid. It is a widely used reagent in organic synthesis as well as for producing specialty derivatives of cellulose. Read from the Chembox of the Wikipedia article Propionic anhydride, revision 1380075146.

Property

Value

Formula

C6H10O3, 130.14 g/mol

Melting point

-42 °C

Boiling point

168.5 °C

Density

1.015 g/cm³

Flash point

63 °C

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