Molekula
DL-Lactic acid,Sodium salt 60% solution
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DL-Lactic acid, sodium salt (60% solution) is a water-soluble sodium salt of lactic acid, widely used in food and beverage preservation, pH adjustment, and as a humectant in cosmetics and pharmaceuticals. It acts as a buffering agent and antimicrobial preservative while maintaining product stability. This chemical has a CAS number of 72-17-3, with the molecular formula CH₃CH(OH)COONa and a molecular weight of 112.06 g/mol. Store at 2–8°C. The product carries a Warning signal word for safety. Molekula supplies DL-Lactic acid, sodium salt (60% solution) from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Liquid |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | 2 to 8 °C |
| Flash Point | 140 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 72010290 |
| CAS Number | 72-17-3 |
| IUPAC Name | sodium 2-hydroxypropanoate |
| EC Number | 200-772-0 |
| Molecular Formula | CH3CH(OH)COONa |
| Molecular Weight | 112.06 |
| Exact Mass | 112.0136 |
| SMILES | CC(C(=O)[O-])O.[Na+] |
| InChIKey | NGSFWBMYFKHRBD-UHFFFAOYSA-M |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C3H6O3.Na/c1-2(4)3(5)6;/h2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6);/q;+1/p-1 |
| PubChem CID | 23666456 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| HTS Code | 29181151 |
| Tariff Code | 2918110000 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P302+352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with soap and water
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
- Lacolin
- Lactic acid sodium salt
- Lactic acid, monosodium salt
- Monosodium 2-hydroxypropanoate
- Monosodium lactate
- Per-glycerin
- sodium 2-hydroxypropanoate
- Sodium alpha-hydroxypropionate
- Sodium DL-lactate
- SODIUM LACTATE
Frequently asked questions
What is DL-Lactic acid, Sodium salt 60% solution commonly used for?
This product is widely used in food and beverage applications as a pH adjuster, flavoring agent, and preservative (E325), as well as in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and as an electrolyte and buffering agent in solutions such as lactated Ringer's.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of DL-Lactic acid, Sodium salt?
The chemical formula is CH₃CH(OH)COONa, and the molecular weight is 112.06 g/mol (for the anhydrous form).
How should DL-Lactic acid, Sodium salt 60% solution be stored?
Store at 2–8°C in a tightly sealed container to prevent contamination and degradation. Avoid freezing.
What grades or purity levels are available for this product?
Molekula supplies this product as a 60% aqueous solution, typically in food-grade or pharmaceutical-grade purity depending on application requirements.
Can Molekula supply DL-Lactic acid, Sodium salt in bulk quantities?
Yes, we offer bulk packaging options for this product, including drums or IBCs, tailored to your production needs.
What documentation is provided with an order of DL-Lactic acid, Sodium salt?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and batch-specific documentation for traceability.
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