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(S)-(-)-Ethyl lactate

for synthesis

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:
Molecular Weight:
118.13
MDL number:
UNSPSC Code:
12352108
EC Index Number:
211-694-1
NACRES:
NA.22

vapor pressure

1.6 hPa ( 20 °C)

Quality Level

Assay

≥99% (GC)

form

liquid

autoignition temp.

400 °C

potency

>2000 mg/kg LD50, oral (Rat)

expl. lim.

1.5-16.4 % (v/v)

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

storage temp.

2-30°C

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).


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

Signal Word

Danger

Hazard Statements

Hazard Classifications

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

Target Organs

Respiratory system

Storage Class Code

3 - Flammable liquids

WGK

WGK 1

Flash Point(F)

128.8 °F - closed cup

Flash Point(C)

53.8 °C - closed cup


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