Synonym(s): DL-Lactic acid; 2-Hydroxypropionic acid
Empirical Formula: C3H6O3
Linear Formula: CH3CH(OH)COOH
Formula Weight: 90.08
MDL Number: MFCD00004520
Purity: 85%
Boiling Point: 122 °C/15 mmHg(lit.)
Density: 1.209 g/mL at 25 °C(lit.)
Refractive Index: n20/D 1.425(lit.)
Beilstein Registry Number: 1209341
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard statements: H315-H318
Precautionary statements: P280-P305 + P351 + P338
Risk Statements (Europe): 38-41
Safety Statements (Europe): 26-39
Hazard Codes (Europe): Xi