Is Potassium Propionate vegan?

Potassium Propionate

Vegan

Potassium Propionate is the potassium salt of propionic acid. It is used as a food preservative, primarily to inhibit mould and bacterial growth in baked goods and other food products.

Also known as Potassium propanoate
INCI name Potassium Propionate
E number E283
CAS number 327-62-8
EC number 206-323-5
CosIng ID 37018
Last reviewed 22 April 2026

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