Description
| Product Name: | Lactic acid |
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| Synonyms: | DL-Lactic acid, L-Lactic acid |
| CAS Nr.: | 50-21-5 |
| EINECS: | 200-018-0 |
| Molecular Formula: | C3H6O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 90.08 |
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Description
Lactic acid is an alpha hydroxy acid. It is found in muscle tissue and blood and is an intermediate in the
metabolism of carbohydrates. Lactic acid is also used as an acidifying agent. Lactic acid is produced from
natural corn starch by advanced bio-fermentation and refining technology.
Physical Information
| Physical State: | Yellowish to colorless liquid, having a mild acid odor and taste |
| Storage: | Store at room temperature |
| Melting Point: | <-80° C at ca. 760 mmHg |
| Boiling Point: | 122° C at 15 mmHg |
| Density: | 1.21 g/mL at 25° C |
| Refractive Index: | n20/D 1.425(lit.) |
Specification
| Product Name | I | II | III | IV |
| Lactic acid | ≥80.0 | ≥85.0 | ≥88.0 | ≥90.0 |
* Please refer to Certificate of Analysis for lot specific data.
Application
Lactic acid can be used as acidulant, flavoring agent and pH regulator in beverages, meat, sourdough,
salads and dressings, confectionery and pickled vegetables. It also can maintain acid-base balance in
animals to enhance animal immunity.
It can also used in chemical industry, textile, leather, tobacco, oil and medicine etc.
Packing
25kg/plastic drum or 250kg/plastic drum, or as per customer request.
Complaint
