| Synonyms: Lactic Acid, ()-Lactic Acid, 2-Hydroxy-2-methylacetic Acid, 2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid, 2-Hydroxypropionic Acid, Biolac, Chem-Cast, DL-Lactic Acid, E 270, HiPure 88, Lurex, Milk acid, NSC 367919, Purac FCC 80, Purac FCC 88, Purac HS 88, Tonsillosan, dl-Lactic Acid, alpha-Hydroxypropanoic Acid, alpha-Hydroxypropionic Acid CAS Number: 50-21-5 Molecular Formula: C3H6O3 Molecular Weight: 90.08 Purity: 90% Form: Supplied as a clear colorless oil Solubility: Methanol (Slightly) and Water (Slightly) Atmosphere: Inert Gas Method for Determining Identity: Proton NMR (D2O), 13C NMR (D2O), and Mass Spectrometric Analysis TLC Conditions: SiO2, Dichloromethane: Methanol: Acetic Acid, 9:1:0.1, Visualized with KMnO4, Single Spot, Rf=0.40. Elemental Analysis: Calculated: %C: 40.00, %H: 6.71 Water Content (KF): As reported Storage and Stability: May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4C. Stable for 6 months after receipt. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap. Important Note: This product as supplied is intended for research use only, not for use in human, therapeutic or diagnostic applications without the expressed written authorization of United States Biological. Toxicity and Hazards: All products should be handled by qualified personnel only, trained in laboratory procedures. |
