Lactic acid, 85%

Name: Lactic acid, 85%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-019244

About Lactic acid, 85%

Listed under CAS 50-21-5, Lactic acid is an aroma chemical available from Vaqora Chemicals in Extra Pure grade with a typical assay of 85%. Formula C3H6O3, molecular weight 90.08 g/mol. Its systematic (IUPAC) name is 2-hydroxypropanoic acid. It is also known as 2-Hydroxypropionic acid or DL-Lactic acid.

The material typically appears as a clear colourless liquid. Literature values give a density of 1.209 g/mL at 25 °C. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from sources of ignition, with the container tightly sealed. It carries the GHS signal word “Danger” with 3 hazard statements. Review the Safety Data Sheet before use.

Typical applications include flavour formulation, fragrance compounding, aroma research and organic synthesis. It is used across food and beverage processing and cosmetics and personal care.

Available in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg and 160 kg packs, Lactic acid is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Flavour formulation
Fragrance compounding
Aroma research
Organic synthesis

Industries

Grade guides

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Lactic acid, 85%
Catalogue No.	VQ-019244
CAS Number	50-21-5
IUPAC name	2-hydroxypropanoic acid
Molecular formula	C₃H₆O₃
Molecular weight	90.08 g/mol
Exact mass	90.0317
Grade	Extra Pure
Purity / assay	85%
HSN code	29181110
InChIKey	JVTAAEKCZFNVCJ-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	CC(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	612

Physical properties
Physical form	Liquid
Appearance	Clear colourless liquid
Density	1.209 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-0.7
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
Synonyms	2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Acidum lacticum, Milk acid, Racemic lactic acid, Ordinary lactic acid, 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

Lactic acid, 1N solution

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

VQ-003580

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, 85%?

The CAS Registry Number of Lactic acid, 85% is 50-21-5. It is also known as 2-Hydroxypropionic acid, DL-Lactic acid, Acidum lacticum.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Lactic acid, 85%?

Lactic acid, 85% 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, 85% can I order?

We supply Lactic acid, 85% in Extra Pure (85%) grade, in 500 mL, 5 L, 4 x 25 kg, 160 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Lactic acid, 85%?

Yes. Every lot of Lactic acid, 85% 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, 85% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Lactic acid, 85% 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.