Lactic acid
Normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. It can be used as a food preservative, curing agent, and flavoring agent.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
50-21-5
Product Name Alternative
2-hydroxypropanoic acid
Purity
0.98
Solubility
≥126.7 mg/mL in EtOH; ≥39 mg/mL in DMSO; ≥8 mg/mL in H2O
Smiles
CC(O)C(O)=O
Molecular Formula
C3H6O3
Molecular Weight
90.08
Shipping Conditions
Blue ice
Storage Conditions
Store at -20°C.
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