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
• Linear Formula: CH₃CH(OH)COOK
• CAS Number: 85895-78-9
• Molecular Weight: 128.17
• MDL number: MFCD00080809
• UNSPSC Code: 41106212
• PubChem Substance ID: 329758935
• NACRES: NA.85

Properties

• form: liquid
• Quality Level: 100
• 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

Description

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.

Storage and Stability

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

Safety Information

• Storage Class: 10 - Combustible liquids
• wgk_germany: WGK 1
• flash_point_f: Not applicable
• flash_point_c: Not applicable
• ppe: Eyeshields, Gloves