L-(-)-Lactide

• CAT Number: R055102
• CAS Number: 4511-42-6
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 144.126
• Purity: ≥95%
• Synonyms: (3S,6S)-3,6-Dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione; (3S-cis)-3,6-Dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione; L-3,6-Dimethyl-p-dioxane-2,5-dione; (-)-L-Dilactide; (S,S)-3,6-Dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione; L,L-Dilactide; L-Dilactide; L-Lactide; LL-Lactide; Purasorb L
• Storage: Store at +4 ℃
• IUPAC Name: (3S,6S)-3,6-dimethyl-1,4-dioxane-2,5-dione
• InChI: InChI=1S/C6H8O4/c1-3-5(7)10-4(2)6(8)9-3/h3-4H,1-2H3/t3-,4-/m0/s1
• InChIKey: JJTUDXZGHPGLLC-IMJSIDKUSA-N
• SMILES: CC1C(=O)OC(C(=O)O1)C

L-(-)-Lactide is a biodegradable and renewable compound widely used in the production of polylactic acid (PLA) plastics. Known for its role in creating eco-friendly materials, it is essential in developing sustainable packaging, medical implants, and biodegradable products. This compound’s high purity ensures consistent and reliable polymerization results. Its applications extend to biomedical engineering, environmental science, and industrial manufacturing, making L-(-)-Lactide a valuable tool in advancing green technology and sustainable product innovation.