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LACTIC ACID 88% - HEAT STABLE COSMETIC GRADE

SKU 90037685 CAS 79-33-4 Available on enquiry

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Lactic Acid 88% is a heat-stable, cosmetic-grade alpha hydroxy acid used as a pH adjuster, humectant, and skin conditioning agent in personal care formulations. This product is identified by CAS number 79-33-4 and carries no signal word. Molekula supplies Lactic Acid 88% from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.

This substance is available from Molekula on enquiry. Full specification, Safety Data Sheet and Certificate of Analysis documentation are provided with your quotation once our team confirms the grade and pack size you need.

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Overview

SKU
90037685
CAS Number
79-33-4
IUPAC Name
(2S)-2-hydroxypropanoic acid
EC Number
201-196-2
Exact Mass
90.0317
SMILES
C[C@@H](C(=O)O)O
InChIKey
JVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-REOHCLBHSA-N
InChI
InChI=1S/C3H6O3/c1-2(4)3(5)6/h2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6)/t2-/m0/s1
PubChem CID
107689

Synonyms

  • (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoic acid
  • (S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid
  • (S)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid
  • (S)-Lactic acid
  • L-Lactic acid
  • Lactic acid, L-
  • Paralactic acid
  • Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, (2S)-
  • Sarcolactic acid
  • Tisulac

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Frequently asked questions

What is Lactic Acid 88% - Heat Stable Cosmetic Grade used for?

This product is primarily used as an exfoliant, pH adjuster, and humectant in cosmetic and personal care formulations.

What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of this product?

The chemical formula for Lactic Acid is C3H6O3, and it has a molecular weight of 90.08 g/mol.

How should Lactic Acid 88% be stored?

It should be stored in a cool, dry place in a tightly closed container, away from incompatible substances.

What grade of Lactic Acid is available?

We supply this product in a heat-stable cosmetic grade, suitable for various topical applications.

Can Molekula supply this product in bulk?

Yes, Molekula can provide Lactic Acid 88% in various quantities ranging from laboratory scale to bulk industrial volumes.

What documentation comes with the order?

Every order is supplied with a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) to ensure full traceability and compliance.

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Molekula has supplied fine chemicals and biochemicals since 1999, and its facilities are ISO 9001:2015 and ISO 14001:2015 certified. Every dispatched batch is logged with a batch number and matched to a Certificate of Analysis, and Safety Data Sheets are available in five languages.

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