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L-Lactic acid, anhydrous, 98%, Thermo Scientific Chemicals
Description
Useful chiral synthon, building block for depsipeptides.L-Lactic acid is an intermediate in the fermentation of sugar. It plays a vital role in several biochemical processes. It is a major ingredient in processed foods such as yogurt, cottage cheeses, koumiss and kombucha. It gives the sour flavor to sourdough breads. It finds application in pharmaceuticals to prepare water-soluble lactates, topical preparations and cosmetics. It acts as a food preservative, flavoring agent, curing agent, descaler, soap-scum remover and an anti-bacterial agent. It is an active component of lactated Ringer's solution and Hartmann's solution. Further, it is used for fluid resuscitation after blood loss due to trauma and surgery.
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Useful chiral synthon, building block for depsipeptides.L-Lactic acid is an intermediate in the fermentation of sugar. It plays a vital role in several biochemical processes. It is a major ingredient in processed foods such as yogurt, cottage cheeses, koumiss and kombucha. It gives the sour flavor to sourdough breads. It finds application in pharmaceuticals to prepare water-soluble lactates, topical preparations and cosmetics. It acts as a food preservative, flavoring agent, curing agent, descaler, soap-scum remover and an anti-bacterial agent. It is an active component of lactated Ringer′s solution and Hartmann′s solution. Further, it is used for fluid resuscitation after blood loss due to trauma and surgery.
Solubility
Soluble in water.
Notes
Hygroscopic. Store in a cool place. Incompatible with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents and metals.
Specifications
Specifications
| Melting Point | 52°C to 54°C |
| Density | 1.22 |
| pH | 2.8 |
| Boiling Point | 119°C (12 mmHg) |
| Flash Point | >110°C (230°F) |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Quantity | 5 g |
| Beilstein | 1720251 |
| Sensitivity | Hygroscopic |
| Merck Index | 14,5337 |
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Safety and Handling
- L-Lactic acid, anhydrous
- Danger
- Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 1
- Skin corrosion/irritation Category 1 C
- H314-Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H318-Causes serious eye damage.
- EUH071-Corrosive to the respiratory tract.
- P280-Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- P301+P330+P331-IF SWALLOWED: rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.
- P303+P361+P353-IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.
- P305+P351+P338-IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P310-Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.
- MIXTURE LIST-Contains : L-Lactic acid
RUO – Research Use Only