L-(+)-Lactic acid PurCert Secondary Reference Standard (CRM) [Includes all characterization data]

CRM


Linear Formula:  C3H6O3
Molecular Weight:  90.08 g/mol
CAS Number: 79-33-4

Properties

Vapour pressure 0.038Pa at 25°C
Water Solubility Soluble
Assay Purity >=96 %
Refractive index n20/D 1.427
B pt. 125°C
M pt. 52-54°C
Density 1.208 g/cm3
Form Solid

Safety Information

Hazard Statement(s) H314
Precautionary Statement  P260 - P280 - P303 + P361 + P353 - P304 + P340 + P310 - P305 + P351 + P338 - P363
GHS Pictogram
Signal word Danger
HS Code 29181190
Flash point >230°F
Storage Temp. 2-8°C
Storage Class 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
UN Number 3265

Description

Application
L--Lactic acid is widely used in the food pharmaceutical cosmetic and biodegradable plastics industries as an acidulant preservative pH regulator and raw material for polylactic acid (PLA).

Purpose
The purpose of L--Lactic acid is to enhance product stability improve flavor and preservation regulate acidity and serve as a sustainable building block for biodegradable materials.

General Description
L--Lactic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid (C3H6O3) produced by the fermentation of sugars and is the biologically active form of lactic acid.