Synonyms
lactic acid
2-hydroxypropanoic acid
DL-Lactic acid
2-hydroxypropionic acid
Description
A normal intermediate in the fermentation (oxidation, metabolism) of sugar. The concentrated form is used internally to prevent gastrointestinal fermentation.
Appearance
colorless to yellow odorless syrupy liquid
Boiling Point
122 ℃ at 15 mm Hg
Density, g/cm3
1.2060 g/cu cm at 21 ℃
Vapour Pressure
0.08 [mmHg]