Molekula
DL-Lactic acid lithium salt
Supplying 4,500+ customers in over 80 countries
ISO 9001:2015 & ISO 14001:2015 certified · Supplying laboratories and industry since 2000 · Listed pack sizes are a starting point — we manufacture, source and repack to the quantity you need
DL-Lactic acid lithium salt is a lithium salt of lactic acid used in biochemical research and pharmaceutical applications. It serves as a buffer and reagent in metabolic studies and synthesis processes. Available in powder form, it has a molecular weight of 96.011 g/mol, a molecular formula of C3H5LiO3, and a CAS number of 867-55-0. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. Molekula supplies DL-Lactic acid lithium salt from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
Example image for illustration only. Other packaging and pack sizes are available.
Pricing & pack sizes
These pack sizes aren't a limit. Molekula manufactures, sources and repacks to order — if you need 500 kg and only see 1 kg listed, . We quote from grams to multi-tonne.
Need a different size? Add the nearest pack and change the size in your basket — we price it at the same rate per unit.
-
100 g — £49.80 per pack ex VAT · £59.76 inc. VAT
Need a different quantity or pack?
Tell us how much you need and when — drums, IBCs, sacks or a one-off bulk lot. We'll manufacture or source it and come back with a price.
Prices exclude VAT/sales tax and shipping.
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | White Powder |
| Water | 0.5% max |
| Storage Temperature | +20 ° C |
| Assay (Titration) | NLT 99% |
| Potassium (K) | NMT 0.0010% |
| Sodium (Na) | NMT 0.0018% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 43935171 |
| CAS Number | 867-55-0 |
| IUPAC Name | lithium 2-hydroxypropanoate |
| EC Number | 212-761-8 |
| Molecular Formula | C3H5LiO3 |
| Molecular Weight | 96.011 |
| Exact Mass | 96.0399 |
| SMILES | [Li+].CC(C(=O)[O-])O |
| InChIKey | GKQWYZBANWAFMQ-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O3.Li/c1-2(4)3(5)6;/h2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23673452 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 2918115100 |
| Tariff Code | 2918110080 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Synonyms
- C3H5LiO3
- D-(-)-Lactic Acid Lithium salt
- DL-Lithium lactate
- L-(+)-Lactic acid lithium salt
- Lactic acid, lithium salt
- Lithium (S)-lactate
- lithium 2-hydroxypropanoate
- Lithium lactate
- Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, lithium salt (1:1)
- Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monolithium salt
Frequently asked questions
What is DL-Lactic acid lithium salt used for?
It is used as a reagent in pharmaceutical and biochemical research.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DL-Lactic acid lithium salt?
The formula is C3H5LiO3 with a molecular weight of 96.011 g/mol.
How should DL-Lactic acid lithium salt be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and air.
What grade is available for DL-Lactic acid lithium salt?
Available in technical grade; custom grades may be requested.
Can Molekula supply DL-Lactic acid lithium salt in bulk?
Yes, bulk quantities are available upon request; please contact our sales team for details.
What documentation comes with an order of DL-Lactic acid lithium salt?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS); additional documentation can be provided upon request.
Ready to order or need a custom pack?
Tell us the product, grade, and quantity — Molekula usually responds within one working day with pricing and lead time.