Synonym(s): Lactide
Formula: C6H8O4
Formula Weight: 144.13
CAS No.: 95-96-5
Application: Enzymatic alcoholysis of this racemic lactide catalyzed by commercial Novozym® 435 produces both alkyl (R)-lactates and alkyl (S,S)-lactyllactates in good yield and high enantiopurity.
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Storage: 2-8°C
Packaging: 25 g in glass bottle
EC No.: 202-468-3
Boiling Point: 142°C/8mmHg(lit.)
Melting Point: 116-119°C