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60389

Potassium L-lactate solution

~60%, suitable for microbiology

Synonym(s):

Potassium (S)-lactate, Monopotassium lactate, Lactic acid monopotassium salt, Potassium L-(+)-Lactate, Potassium (S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Potassium alpha-hydroxypropionate solution, L-Lactic acid potassium salt

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About This Item

Linear Formula:
CH3CH(OH)COOK
CAS Number:
Molecular Weight:
128.17
NACRES:
NA.85
PubChem Substance ID:
UNSPSC Code:
41106212
MDL number:
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form

liquid

Quality Level

optical activity

[α]20/D −4.3±0.5°, neat

packaging

pkg of 1 L, pkg of 250 mL

storage condition

room temperature

concentration

~60% (enzymatic), ~60%

color

colorless

pH

6.5-8.5

density

1.333 g/cm3

application(s)

microbiology

SMILES string

[K+].C[C@H](O)C([O-])=O

InChI

1S/C3H6O3.K/c1-2(4)3(5)6;/h2,4H,1H3,(H,5,6);/q;+1/p-1/t2-;/m0./s1

InChI key

PHZLMBHDXVLRIX-DKWTVANSSA-M

General description

Potassium L-lactate solution (60 %) is a liquid formulation that contains potassium salt of lactic acid. Potassium lactate solution is derived from the neutralization of lactic acid with potassium hydroxide. In the food industry, 60% Potassium L-lactate solution can be used as an additive to improve the safety, flavor, and shelf life of processed meats and poultry products. It helps inhibit the growth of bacteria and extends the product′s freshness.In pharmaceuticals and personal care products, it may be employed for its moisturizing and skin-conditioning properties. It can also function as a pH regulator and preservative in certain formulations.

Application

Potassium L-lactate solution (60 %) is commonly used in various industries and applications, such as food production, pharmaceuticals, and personal care products.

Preparation Note

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.


Storage Class

10 - Combustible liquids

wgk

WGK 1

flash_point_f

Not applicable

flash_point_c

Not applicable

ppe

Eyeshields, Gloves

Regulatory Information

危险化学品

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Global Trade Item Number

SKUGTIN
60389-250ML-F04061832675787
60389-1L-F04061832675770