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(S)-(-)-Ethyl lactate

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Synonym(s):

(S)-(-)-Ethyl lactate, L(-)-Lactic acid ethyl ester, (S)-(-)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid ethyl ester

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3CH(OH)COOC2H5
CAS Number:
687-47-8
Molecular Weight:
118.13
UNSPSC Code:
12352108
EC Index Number:
211-694-1
NACRES:
NA.22
MDL number:
MFCD00004518
Assay:
≥99% (GC)
Form:
liquid
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vapor pressure

1.6 hPa ( 20 °C)

Quality Level

200

assay

≥99% (GC)

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

400 °C

potency

>2000 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)

expl. lim.

1.5-16.4 % (v/v)

greener alternative product characteristics

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pH

4 (20 °C, 50 g/L in H2O)

kinematic viscosity

2.7 cSt(25 °C)

bp

154 °C/1013 hPa

mp

-25 °C

transition temp

flash point 53 °C

density

1.03 g/cm3 at 20 °C

greener alternative category

Aligned

storage temp.

2-30°C

SMILES string

O[C@@H](C)C(=O)OCC

InChI

1S/C5H10O3/c1-3-8-5(7)4(2)6/h4,6H,3H2,1-2H3/t4-/m0/s1

InChI key

LZCLXQDLBQLTDK-BYPYZUCNSA-N

Application



  • Evaluation of operational parameters for ethyl lactate production using reactive distillation process: This study explores the environmentally benign production of ethyl lactate, highlighting its use as a bio-based solvent for chemical transformations (A Komesu et al., 2015).


  • Influence of sequential fermentation with Torulaspora delbrueckii and Saccharomyces cerevisiae on wine quality: Discusses the production of ethyl lactate and its effect on wine quality, providing insights into fermentation processes and flavor enhancement (I Loira et al., 2014).


  • Titania-catalysed oxidative dehydrogenation of ethyl lactate: Examines a catalytic process for converting ethyl lactate to ethyl pyruvate, emphasizing green chemistry applications (EV Ramos-Fernandez et al., 2014).


  • Green Sustainable Process for Chemical and Environmental Engineering and Science: Focuses on the role of ethyl lactate in organic synthesis, showcasing its effectiveness in various chemical reactions (AV Dolzhenko, 2021).


  • In Situ Analysis of Metabolic Characteristics Reveals the Key Yeast in the Spontaneous and Solid-State Fermentation Process of Chinese Light-Style Liquor: Investigates the influence of ethyl lactate on fermentation, particularly its impact on flavor profiles in beverage production (Y Kong et al., 2014).


Features and Benefits

We are committed to bringing you Greener Alternative Products, which adhere to one or more of The 12 Principles of Greener Chemistry. This product is a safer and more sustainable alternative to ethyl acetate and acetone. It is an ester of natural L-lactic acid, which is produced by fermentation of sugar and thus aligns with "Safer Solvents and Auxiliaries" and "Use of Renewable Feedstocks". Click here for more information.

Analysis Note

Assay (GC, area%): ≥ 99.0 % (a/a)
Density (d 20 °C/ 4 °C): 1.032 - 1.034
Spec. rotation [α²0/D (undiluted): -11.0 - -9.5 °
Identity (IR): passes test

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Danger

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. 1 - Flam. Liq. 3 - STOT SE 3

target_organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class

3 - Flammable liquids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

128.8 °F - closed cup

flash_point_c

53.8 °C - closed cup

Regulatory Information

危险化学品

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Global Trade Item Number

SKUGTIN
822100010004022536484037
822100902504022536758503
822100100004022536484044