Sodium Lactate丨CAS 72-17-3

Sodium Lactate丨CAS 72-17-3
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Catalog No.: SS125863
CAS No.: 72-17-3
Grade/Assay: EP/50.0%~52.0%
Product Name: Sodium lactate
Molecular Formula: C3H5NaO3
Molecular Weight: 112.06
Synonym(s): Sodium DL-lactate; Lactic acid sodium salt; (+/-)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid sodium salt
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Description

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Specifications

 

Grade

EP

Appearance

Clear, colorless, slightly syrupy liquid

Assay

50.0%~52.0%, by weight, of sodium lactate (C3H5NaO3)

Solubility

Freely soluble in water, 96% ethanol

Identification

It responds to the tests for sodium/lactate

pH

6.5~9.0

Appearance of the solution

Clear and not more intensely coloured than reference solution

Reducing sugars and sucrose

Should conform to the criteria

Methanol

50 ppm max

Chloride

50 ppm max

Oxalates and phosphates

Should conform to the criteria

Sulfate

100 ppm max

Aluminium

0.1 ppm max

Barium

Should conform to the criteria

Iron

10 ppm max (Calculated with reference to sodium)

Bacterial endotoxins

1.0 EU/ml max

TAMC (Total aerobic bacteria count)

1000 cfu/ml max

TYMC (Total number of mold and yeast)

≤100 cfu/ml

 

Transport Information

 

Parameter

Specification

UN Number

 

Class

 

Packing Group

 

H.S. Code

2918110000303

Stability & Reactivity

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions.

Storage

Tightly closed. Storage stability Recommended storage temperature 2 - 8 °C

Condition to Avoid

Toxic to aquatic life.

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Manufacturing Information

 

Parameter

Specification

Capacity

1MT/month

Frequency

 

Main Export Countries

 

Capacity/Batch

 

Experience

Production since 2009

Stock

 

 

 

 

Overview

Sodium lactate丨CAS 72-17-3 is a clear, nearly odorless liquid or solid that is highly soluble in water. It is the sodium salt of natural lactic acid, produced by fermentation of sugars. It is widely used in the food, cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and medical industries due to its safety, humectant properties, and buffering ability.


 

Applications

1. Food Industry

Preservative & pH Regulator: Used in meats, poultry, and seafood to extend shelf life by inhibiting bacterial growth.

Flavor Enhancer: Enhances savory flavors in processed foods.

Moisture Retention Agent: Keeps foods moist and improves texture.

2. Cosmetics & Personal Care

Humectant: Attracts and retains moisture in skin and hair care products (creams, lotions, shampoos).

pH Buffer: Helps maintain stable pH in formulations.

Mildness Enhancer: Reduces skin irritation potential in surfactant systems.

3. Pharmaceuticals

Electrolyte Replenisher: Used in IV fluids to treat acidosis or dehydration.

Excipient: Included in oral and topical drug formulations as a stabilizer or solubilizer.

4. Medical Applications

IV Solutions: Included in lactated Ringer's solution for fluid and electrolyte balance.

Dialysis Fluids: Used in peritoneal and hemodialysis solutions.

5. Industrial Applications

Biodegradable Solvent: Sometimes used in eco-friendly cleaning formulations.

Polymer and Resin Manufacturing: Acts as a pH modifier or processing aid.


 

Benefits

✅ Safe and Biocompatible

Non-toxic and well-tolerated by humans and animals; widely used in medical and food-grade applications.

✅ Moisturizing Agent

Highly effective as a skin-conditioning agent due to its hygroscopic nature.

✅ Antimicrobial Support

Works synergistically with other preservatives to inhibit pathogen growth.

✅ Biodegradable

Environmentally friendly alternative to synthetic preservatives and solvents.

✅ pH Control

Excellent buffer capacity makes it useful in stabilizing formulations across industries.


 

Summary

Sodium lactate丨CAS 72-17-3 is a multifunctional ingredient valued for its preservative, moisturizing, pH buffering, and electrolyte-replenishing properties. It is widely used in foods, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, and medical fluids, offering both safety and efficacy across a broad range of applications.

 

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