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Lactic acid, GR 88%

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Lactic acid, GR 88% chemical structure
CAS number50-21-5
FormulaC3H6O3
Molar mass90.08 g/mol
Physical formLiquid
HS code29181110
Purity88%
InChIKeyJVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
IUPAC name2-hydroxypropanoic acid

About Lactic acid, GR 88%

Zemixal supplies Lactic acid, GR 88% within its solvents portfolio. Identity at a glance (AR): CAS 50-21-5, formula C3H6O3 and molar mass 90.08 g/mol. It is described as liquid.

Use cases we see most often

  • Analytical reagent work
  • Extraction & recrystallisation
  • Titrimetric analysis

Storage and safety notes

Literature values: boiling point 122 °C and density 1.209 g/mL at 25 °C. Classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314, H315 and H318. Read the SDS before first use.

Order it in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 160 kg packs or ask for a bulk quotation. You receive a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section SDS with each order. Add it to your quote list and our team replies with price, lead time and shipping options within one business day.

Typical uses

  • Analytical reagent work
  • Extraction & recrystallisation
  • Titrimetric analysis

Applications

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Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of Lactic acid, GR 88%
Product nameLactic acid, GR 88%
Catalogue numberZX-001805
CAS number50-21-5
IUPAC name2-hydroxypropanoic acid
Molecular formulaC3H6O3
Molar mass90.08 g/mol
Exact mass90.0317
GradeAR
Purity / assay88%
Physical formLiquid
AppearanceLiquid
Boiling point122 °C
Density1.209 g/mL at 25 °C
XLogP3-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors2 / 3
Topological polar surface area57.5 Ų
HS code29181110
InChIKeyJVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILESCC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID612
Synonyms2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Acidum lacticum, Milk acid, Racemic lactic acid, Ordinary lactic acid, Ethylidenelactic acid, Lactic acid, dl-, Kyselina mlecna, Lacticum acidum, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, alpha-Hydroxypropionic acid

Lot values are stated on the batch certificate of analysis. Ask for a typical COA with your quotation.

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS05 Corrosive
Corrosive
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
  • H315Causes skin irritation
  • H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification summarised from public GHS notifications. It can vary with grade and concentration, so always follow the SDS supplied with your lot.

Pack sizes

Pack sizes of Lactic acid, GR 88%
500 mLQuoted on request
5 LQuoted on request
4 x 25 kgQuoted on request
160 kgQuoted on request

Need a different size? Bulk drums and custom packing are quoted on request through the quote form on this page.

Questions about Lactic acid, GR 88%

Which CAS number identifies Lactic acid, GR 88%?
Lactic acid, GR 88% is registered under CAS 50-21-5. You may also see it listed as 2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Acidum lacticum. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-001805.
What are the formula and molar mass of Lactic acid, GR 88%?
For Lactic acid, GR 88%, its formula is C3H6O3 and its molar mass is 90.08 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxypropanoic acid. InChIKey JVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
What grade and pack sizes are available for Lactic acid, GR 88%?
This listing is AR grade with 88% purity. Standard packs are 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 160 kg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with Lactic acid, GR 88%?
Each lot ships with a batch certificate of analysis and a 16-section GHS safety data sheet. A typical COA or specification sheet can be shared with the quotation before you order.
Can Zemixal ship Lactic acid, GR 88% to my country?
Yes. Because Lactic acid, GR 88% is classed as hazardous, it travels in UN-approved packaging as dangerous goods under IATA or IMDG rules, with the export paperwork your broker needs.

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