Description

Lead Lactate is an organometallic salt of lactic acid, valued for its role as a catalyst and stabilizer in various chemical syntheses and industrial processes. This compound is particularly significant for its controlled reactivity and solubility properties, which are essential for precision manufacturing. It serves key functions in sectors such as polymer production, specialty chemical synthesis, and as a component in certain plating and coating formulations where lead-based catalysts are specified.

Application

• Catalyst in the production of polyesters and other condensation polymers.
• Stabilizer and drier in specialized paint, varnish, and coating systems.
• Intermediate in the synthesis of other organolead compounds for research and industrial use.
• Additive in certain electroplating and metal surface treatment baths.
• Component in laboratory research for studying lead chemistry and catalysis.
• Used in the manufacture of specific types of glass and ceramics.

Basic Information

Product Name	Lead Lactate
CAS No.	18917-82-3
Molecular Formula	C6H10O6Pb
Molecular Weight	385.33 g/mol
Synonyms	Lead(II) lactate; Lactic acid, lead(2+) salt; Lead dilactate; Plumbous lactate; 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid lead salt; Lead (2+) lactate; NSC 84266
EINECS	242-670-9

Quality Control

Our Lead Lactate is manufactured under stringent quality management protocols to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. Each lot undergoes comprehensive analytical testing, including assay, identification, and impurity profile analysis. A detailed Certificate of Analysis (COA) documenting purity, heavy metal content, and other critical parameters is provided with every shipment to support your quality assurance processes.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). Due to its hygroscopic nature, the container must be kept tightly sealed after opening to minimize moisture absorption. Keep away from incompatible materials.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	White to off-white crystalline powder
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Pb Content)	Min. 98.0%
pH (5% solution)	5.0 - 7.0
Loss on Drying	≤ 2.0%
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	Conforms to standard
Insoluble Matter	≤ 0.1%

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