Description

Lactate CAS NO 113-21-3 is a versatile organic salt widely recognized for its role as a key intermediate and functional ingredient in advanced chemical synthesis and industrial processes. Its significance lies in its ability to act as a precursor for pharmaceuticals, agrochemicals, and biodegradable polymers, offering a sustainable and efficient pathway for manufacturers. This product is essential for industries including pharmaceuticals, food and beverage, cosmetics, and green chemistry, where consistent quality and reliable supply are paramount for production success.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: Serves as a crucial chiral building block and intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
• Food & Beverage Industry: Used as a pH regulator, preservative, and flavor enhancer in various processed foods and beverages.
• Cosmetics & Personal Care: Functions as a humectant and skin-conditioning agent in moisturizers, lotions, and other skincare formulations.
• Biodegradable Polymers: Acts as a monomer for the synthesis of polylactic acid (PLA), a compostable bioplastic.
• Agrochemicals: Employed as an intermediate in the formulation of certain herbicides and plant growth regulators.
• Chemical Synthesis: Utilized as a solvent or reagent in organic synthesis and esterification reactions.
• Electrolyte Solutions: Incorporated into specialized electrolyte formulations for batteries and electrochemical applications.
• Leather Tanning: Used in the tanning process as a deliming and neutralizing agent.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lactate
CAS No.	113-21-3
Molecular Formula	C3H5O3- (Anion)
Molecular Weight	89.07 g/mol (Lactate anion)
Synonyms	2-Hydroxypropanoate; α-Hydroxypropionate; Lactic acid, ion(1-); Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-; Milk acid (salt); Sarcolactic acid (salt); 1-Hydroxyethane 1-carboxylate; DL-Lactate (racemic mixture); (±)-Lactate
EINECS	204-014-9 (for Lactic acid, the parent compound)

Quality Control

Our Lactate products are manufactured under strict quality management systems to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and high purity. We offer various grades, including Food Grade (FCC), USP/Pharmaceutical Grade, and Technical Grade, each meeting stringent specifications for identity, assay, and impurity profiles. Certificates of Analysis (COA) documenting key parameters such as purity, heavy metals, residual solvents, and optical rotation (where applicable) are provided with every shipment to guarantee compliance with your requirements.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at a controlled room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive). Keep the container tightly sealed when not in use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture, which can lead to caking or degradation. Store away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Titration)	≥ 98.0% (as total lactate)
Purity (HPLC)	≥ 99.0% (for chiral-specific grades)
Water Content (KF)	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 10 ppm
Residual Solvents (GC)	Meets ICH guidelines
Specific Rotation (for L/D forms)	As per grade requirement
pH (of solution)	6.0 - 8.0 (10% aqueous solution)

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.