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Methyl (S)-(-)-lactate, 97%, Acros Organics™

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Quantity:
250g
1kg
2.5kg
Packaging:
Glass bottle
27871-49-4
C4H8O3
104.11
MFCD00064265
LPEKGGXMPWTOCB-VKHMYHEASA-N
methyl s---lactate,methyl l-lactate,s-methyl lactate,--methyl l-lactate,s-lactic acid methyl ester,methyl 2s-2-hydroxypropanoate,--methyl lactate,methyl s-2-hydroxypropionate,propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, 2s,--lactic acid methyl ester
94386
CHEBI:83222
methyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate
CC(C(=O)OC)O
27871-49-4
C4H8O3
104.11
MFCD00064265
LPEKGGXMPWTOCB-VKHMYHEASA-N
methyl s---lactate,methyl l-lactate,s-methyl lactate,--methyl l-lactate,s-lactic acid methyl ester,methyl 2s-2-hydroxypropanoate,--methyl lactate,methyl s-2-hydroxypropionate,propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, 2s,--lactic acid methyl ester
94386
CHEBI:83222
methyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate
CC(C(=O)OC)O
Viscosity 2.9 mPa.s (25°C)
Flash Point 55°C
Quantity 1kg
Specific Rotation Condition − 8.50 (20.00°C neat)
Refractive Index 1.4100 to 1.4150
Color Undesignated
Specific Gravity 1.092
Boiling Point 144.0°C to 145.0°C
Infrared Spectrum Authentic
Packaging Glass bottle
Water 0.3% max.
Specific Rotation − 8.50
Density 1.0920g/mL
Acidity 0.2% max. (as lactic acid)
Assay Percent Range 97%
Linear Formula CH3CH(OH)CO2CH3
Beilstein 03, 264
Solubility Information Solubility in water: miscible,hydrolyses. Other solubilities: miscible with most organic solvents,soluble in alcohol and ether
Formula Weight 104.11
Physical Form Liquid
Percent Purity 97%
Chemical Name or Material Methyl (S)-(-)-lactate
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Safety and Handling

GHS H Statement:
May cause respiratory irritation.
Causes serious eye irritation.
Flammable liquid and vapor.

GHS P Statement:
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.

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