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Sodium lactate, powder
Sodium lactate, powder is a hygroscopic salt used as a pH adjuster, preservative, and humectant in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It is a sodium salt of lactic acid with a molecular formula of CH3CH(OH)COONa and a molecular weight of 112.06 g/mol. CAS number: 72-17-3. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium lactate, powder from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Overview
Sodium lactate, powder is a hygroscopic salt used as a pH adjuster, preservative, and humectant in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. It is a sodium salt of lactic acid with a molecular formula of CH3CH(OH)COONa and a molecular weight of 112.06 g/mol. CAS number: 72-17-3. Store at 2 to 8 °C. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Sodium lactate, powder from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White powder |
| Water | ≤2.0% |
| Heavy metals | ≤0.001% |
| Sulfate | ≤0.01% |
| Assay | ≥90.0% |
| Iron | ≤0.005% |
| Chloride | ≤0.005% |
| Arsenate | ≤0.0002% |
| pH ( 1-10% solution ) | 6.5-7.5 |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Shelf Life | 24 months |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| CAS Number | 72-17-3 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH(OH)COONa |
| Molecular Weight | 112.06 |
| SMILES | CC(C(=O)[O-])O.[Na+] |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29181100 |
Safety & GHS
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Explosive
GHS01
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
Precautionary statements
- P264 Wash thoroughly after handling
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P337+313 If eye irritation persists get medical advice/attention
For research and industrial use only
Documents
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Pricing & pack sizes
Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is sodium lactate powder used for?
Sodium lactate powder is commonly used as a humectant, preservative, and pH adjuster in cosmetics, food, and pharmaceutical applications.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of sodium lactate?
The formula is CH3CH(OH)COONa and the molecular weight is 112.06 g/mol.
How should sodium lactate powder be stored?
Store at 2 to 8 °C to maintain stability and prevent degradation.
What grade of sodium lactate is available?
Molekula offers food-grade and pharmaceutical-grade sodium lactate powder.
Can Molekula supply sodium lactate in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply sodium lactate powder in bulk quantities upon request.
What documentation comes with a sodium lactate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and safety data sheet (SDS) with the shipment.
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