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The L-(+) enantiomer of lactic acid, produced via carbohydrate fermentation. It functions as an acidulant, preservative and pH regulator in foods and beverages, as an exfoliating humectant in cosmetics, and as a building block for biopolymers such as polylactic acid, and as an industrial cleaner.

Acids & Bases Food Additives Preservatives & Biocides
Food & Beverage Cosmetics & Personal Care Pharmaceuticals & Biotechnology Detergents & Home Care Textiles & Leather Plastics & Rubber

Technical specification

Molecular formula
C3H6O3
Grades
foodcosmeticpharmaPh. Eur.technicalpolymer
Packaging
25 kg drum · 200 kg IBC · 1000 kg IBC
Appearance
Clear to pale yellow viscous liquid
Synonyms
79-33-4 · L-(+)-lactic acid · (S)-2-hydroxypropanoic acid

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