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(-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid

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Buy (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid (CAS 6034-46-4) from Zemixal: C5H8O4, COA and SDS with every lot, worldwide shipping. Catalogue no. ZX-031224.

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(-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid chemical structure
CAS number6034-46-4
FormulaC5H8O4
Molar mass132.11 g/mol
Physical formSolid
HS code38229090
InChIKeyWTLNOANVTIKPEE-VKHMYHEASA-N
IUPAC name(2S)-2-acetyloxypropanoic acid

About (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid

Analytical teams working on Vancomycin use (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid as a qualified comparison standard. Identity at a glance (Reference Standard): CAS 6034-46-4, formula C5H8O4 and molar mass 132.11 g/mol. It is handled as a solid.

Where it is used

  • Analytical method development
  • Method validation (AMV)
  • QC release testing
  • ANDA / DMF filings

Safe handling

Hazard communication follows GHS (Danger: H301, H312 and H330). Our SDS lists exposure controls and first-aid measures.

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Typical uses

  • Analytical method development
  • Method validation (AMV)
  • QC release testing
  • ANDA / DMF filings

Applications

Specifications and identifiers

Specifications of (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid
Product name(-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid
Catalogue numberZX-031224
CAS number6034-46-4
IUPAC name(2S)-2-acetyloxypropanoic acid
Molecular formulaC5H8O4
Molar mass132.11 g/mol
Exact mass132.0423
GradeReference Standard
Physical formSolid
XLogP30.1
H-bond donors / acceptors1 / 4
Topological polar surface area63.6 Ų
HS code38229090
InChIKeyWTLNOANVTIKPEE-VKHMYHEASA-N
SMILESC[C@@H](C(=O)O)OC(=O)C
PubChem CID6326324
Synonyms(2S)-2-(acetyloxy)propanoic acid, Propanoic acid, 2-(acetyloxy)-, (2S)-, (s)-2-acetoxypropanoic acid, (S)-(-)-2-Acetoxypropionic acid, (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic aicd, (2S)-2-acetoxypropanoic acid, (S)-2-Acetoxy-propionic acid, CS-B0056, (S)-2-acetoxypropionic acid, (S)-2-Acetox, (s)-acetoxypropionic acid, (+)-Lactic acid acetate

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

Safety and GHS hazards

GHS06 Acute toxicity
Acute toxicity
GHS07 Irritant or harmful
Irritant or harmful

Signal word Danger

  • H301Toxic if swallowed
  • H312Harmful in contact with skin
  • H330Fatal if inhaled

Precautionary statements P260, P264, P270, P271, P280, P284, P301 + P316, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P316, P317, P320, P321, P330, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, 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 (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid
10 mgQuoted on request
25 mgQuoted on request
50 mgQuoted on request
100 mgQuoted on request

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Questions about (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid

Which CAS number identifies (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid?
(-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid is registered under CAS 6034-46-4. You may also see it listed as (2S)-2-(acetyloxy)propanoic acid, Propanoic acid, 2-(acetyloxy)-, (2S)-, (s)-2-acetoxypropanoic acid. Our catalogue number for this item is ZX-031224.
What are the formula and molar mass of (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid?
For (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid, its formula is C5H8O4 and its molar mass is 132.11 g/mol. The systematic (IUPAC) name is (2S)-2-acetyloxypropanoic acid. InChIKey WTLNOANVTIKPEE-VKHMYHEASA-N lets you match it in any structure database.
How is (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid used in pharmaceutical QC?
(-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid is a characterised reference material linked to Vancomycin. Laboratories use it to identify and quantify this impurity during method development and validation, stability work, batch release testing and regulatory submissions.
What grade and pack sizes are available for (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid?
This listing is Reference Standard grade. Standard packs are 10 mg, 25 mg, 50 mg, 100 mg. Larger quantities and custom packing can be quoted on request.
Which documents come with (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid?
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 (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid to my country?
Yes. Because (-)-O-Acetyl-L-lactic Acid 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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