Lactic acid, 1N solution

Name: Lactic acid, 1N solution
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-003580

About Lactic acid, 1N solution

Listed under CAS 50-21-5, Lactic acid, 1N solution is a diagnostic reagent available from Vaqora Chemicals. Its molecular formula is C3H6O3 and its molecular weight is 90.08 g/mol. The IUPAC name is 2-hydroxypropanoic acid. Alternative names: 2-Hydroxypropionic acid and DL-Lactic acid.

It is supplied as a liquid. Store sealed in a dry, well-ventilated location away from incompatible materials. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

It is commonly used for clinical chemistry, diagnostic assays and pathology laboratories. Typical end-use sectors are academic and industrial research and diagnostics and biotechnology.

We offer Lactic acid, 1N solution in 500 mL, 5 L and 25 L packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide. A Safety Data Sheet (SDS) and technical specifications are available on request.

Typical applications

Clinical chemistry
Diagnostic assays
Pathology laboratories

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lactic acid, 1N solution
Catalogue No.	VQ-003580
CAS Number	50-21-5
IUPAC name	2-hydroxypropanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular weight	90.08 g/mol
Exact mass	90.0317
HSN code	38229090
InChIKey	JVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	612

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Liquid
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Milk acid, Racemic lactic acid, Ordinary lactic acid, Acidum lacticum, Ethylidenelactic acid, Lactic acid, dl-, Kyselina mlecna, Lacticum acidum, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, alpha-Hydroxypropionic acid

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage

Precautionary statements: P260, P264, P264 + P265, P280, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P352, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P332 + P317, P362 + P364, P363, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

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

Other grades of CAS 50-21-5

Extra Pure

Lactic acid, 85%

CAS: 50-21-5
Formula: C₃H₆O₃
MW: 90.08 g/mol

VQ-019244

Food Grade

Lactic acid, food grade (FCC)

CAS: 50-21-5
Formula: C₃H₆O₃
MW: 90.08 g/mol

VQ-046998

AR

Lactic acid, GR 88%

CAS: 50-21-5
Formula: C₃H₆O₃
MW: 90.08 g/mol

VQ-001805

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Lactic acid, 1N solution?

The CAS Registry Number of Lactic acid, 1N solution is 50-21-5. It is also known as 2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Milk acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lactic acid, 1N solution?

Lactic acid, 1N solution has the molecular formula C3H6O3 and a molecular weight of 90.08 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxypropanoic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Lactic acid, 1N solution can I order?

We supply Lactic acid, 1N solution, in 500 mL, 5 L, 25 L packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lactic acid, 1N solution?

Yes. Every lot of Lactic acid, 1N solution 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 Lactic acid, 1N solution be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lactic acid, 1N solution is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.