2-Hydroxypropionic Acid
Lactic acid is a mixture of lactic acid (C3 H6 O3 ) and lactic acid lactate (C6 H10 O5 ).
U.S.P. Functional Use: Buffering Agent
CAS # |
50-21-5 |
Safety Information |
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Health Hazard |
3 |
Fire Hazard |
1 |
Reactivity |
0 |
Test |
Specification |
Assay (C3H6O3) | 88.0-92.0% |
Specific Rotation | -0.05° to +0.05° |
MAXIMUM LIMITS | |
Residue on Ignition | 0.05% |
Sugars | To pass test |
Chloride | To pass test |
Citric, Oxalic, Phosphoric or Tartaric Acid | To pass test |
Sulfate | To pass test |
Shipping Information |
Corrosive liquid, acidic, organic, n.o.s. (lactic acid), 8, UN3265, PG III. Additional UPS-imposed hazardous material charge. |
UPS limit |
70 lb |
Storage Information |
HYGROSCOPIC: Keep tightly closed. |
Chemical information and descriptions have been provided by Spectrum Chemicals.