| Agent Name |
Lactic acid |
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| CAS Number |
50-21-5 |
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| Formula |
C3-H6-O3 |
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| Major Category |
Other Classes |
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| Synonyms |
2-Hydroxypropanoic acid; Lactic acid; LACTIC ACID, 85%; [ChemFinder] |
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| Category |
Organic Acids |
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| Description |
Thick liquid or crystals, colorless to yellow; [ICSC] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent and acidulant in the production of foods, drugs, and dyes; also used as a mordant in woolen goods printing, a soldering flux, a dehairing agent, and a catalyst for phenolic resins; [HSDB] |
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| Comments |
Corrosive to skin; [Quick CPC] |
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| Reference Link |
HSDB |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
Not evaluated |
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| Vapor Pressure |
0.08 mm Hg |
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| Explanatory Notes |
Melting point = 16.8 degrees C; [HSDB] |
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| Reference Link |
International Chemical Safety Cards (WHO/IPCS/ILO) |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Dermatotoxin |
Skin Burns |
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| Links to Other NLM Databases |
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| Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: LACTIC ACID
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