Glycerol monolactate

Name: Glycerol monolactate
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-052284

About Glycerol monolactate

Listed under CAS 26855-41-4, Glycerol monolactate is an ester available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C6H12O5 and its molecular weight is 164.16 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2,3-dihydroxypropyl 2-hydroxypropanoate. Common synonyms include Glyceryl lactate and Glycerol 1-lactate.

Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Good laboratory practice and suitable PPE are recommended during handling.

It is commonly used for organic synthesis and API synthesis. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Vaqora Chemicals supplies Glycerol monolactate in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g and 5 g packs, each shipped with a Certificate of Analysis (COA), and exports worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request. Larger quantities and custom packaging are available. Request a quote for pricing and lead time.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
API synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Glycerol monolactate
Catalogue No.	VQ-052284
CAS Number	26855-41-4
IUPAC name	2,3-dihydroxypropyl 2-hydroxypropanoate
Molecular formula	C₆H₁₂O₅
Molecular weight	164.16 g/mol
Exact mass	164.0685
InChIKey	RSGINGXWCXYMQU-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(=O)OCC(CO)O)O
PubChem CID	95467

Physical properties
Physical form	Other
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.4
H-bond donors / acceptors	3 / 5
TPSA	87 Å²
Synonyms	Glyceryl lactate, Glycerol 1-lactate, 1-Glyceryl monolactate, Lactic acid, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl ester, glycerol lactate, 2,3-dihydroxypropyl lactate

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Glycerol monolactate?

The CAS Registry Number of Glycerol monolactate is 26855-41-4. It is also known as Glyceryl lactate, Glycerol 1-lactate, 1-Glyceryl monolactate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycerol monolactate?

Glycerol monolactate has the molecular formula C6H12O5 and a molecular weight of 164.16 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2,3-dihydroxypropyl 2-hydroxypropanoate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Glycerol monolactate can I order?

We supply Glycerol monolactate, in 100 mg, 250 mg, 1 g, 5 g packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Glycerol monolactate?

Yes. Every lot of Glycerol monolactate is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Glycerol monolactate be shipped internationally?

Yes. We export Glycerol monolactate worldwide by air and sea freight or express courier, on EXW, FOB, CIF, CFR or DAP Incoterms, with full export documentation.