DL-Lactic Acid (90%)

• CAT Number: R019686
• CAS Number: 50-21-5
• Molecular Formula: C₃H₆O₃
• Molecular Weight: 90.08
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: Lactic Acid; (±)-Lactic Acid; 2-Hydroxy-2-methylacetic Acid; 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid; 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid; Biolac; Chem-Cast; DL-Lactic Acid; E 270; HiPure 88; Lurex; Milk acid; NSC 367919; Purac FCC 80; Purac FCC 88; Purac HS 88; Tonsillosan; dl
• Storage: 2-8°C
• IUPAC Name: 2-hydroxypropanoic acid
• InChI: InChI=1S/C3H6O3/c1-2(4)3(5)6/h2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6)
• InChIKey: JVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
• SMILES: CC(C(=O)O)O

DL-Lactic Acid (Cat No.:R019686) is a versatile organic acid with a chemical formula of C3H6O3, it exists as a clear, colorless liquid. DL-lactic acid is a racemic mixture of both L-lactic acid and D-lactic acid isomers. It finds extensive use in various industries, including food and beverage as an acidity regulator and preservative, in cosmetics for its exfoliating properties, and pharmaceuticals for its role in polymer production and drug formulations. Its biodegradability and natural occurrence make it an environmentally friendly option for a wide range of applications.