Lactic Acid
Colourless to pale yellow liquid with a mild acidic odour · CAS 50-21-5
Test Report — Characteristics
Download Test Report (PDF)| Characteristics | Specifications |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless to pale yellow clear liquid |
| Assay (Total Acidity) | 80% Min / 88% Min (grade dependent) |
| Specific Gravity @ 25°C | 1.20 – 1.22 |
| Colour (APHA) | 40 Max |
| Sulphated Ash | 0.1% Max |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | 10 ppm Max |
| Solubility | Miscible with water |
Values above are well-established typical/standard specification properties for this product, compiled from published technical references — not a batch-specific lab report. Figures can vary batch to batch — request a current certificate of analysis with your order.
Applications
- Food preservative and acidulant
- Leather tanning
- Textile dyeing auxiliary
- Pharmaceutical intermediate
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lactic Acid?
Lactic Acid is supplied by Suraj Chemicals as colourless to pale yellow liquid with a mild acidic odour, identified by CAS number 50-21-5. It falls under our Food & Industrial Additives range — see the Test Report table above for its full characteristics.
What is Lactic Acid used for?
Typical applications include: Food preservative and acidulant; Leather tanning; Textile dyeing auxiliary; Pharmaceutical intermediate.
How should Lactic Acid be stored and handled?
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
What packaging and pack sizes does Suraj Chemicals supply Lactic Acid in?
Carboys / drums as per order quantity. Contact us if you need a different pack size, or a bulk/tanker quantity.
Is Lactic Acid hazardous to handle?
No specific hazard is flagged for Lactic Acid beyond standard industrial chemical handling precautions. We still recommend you download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details, as good practice for any industrial chemical.
Is a Test Report, TDS or MSDS available for Lactic Acid?
Yes — a downloadable Test Report (PDF) with full characteristics, specifications and results is available above, and a downloadable Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) for Lactic Acid is also available above.
Can I get a sample or discuss order quantity for Lactic Acid?
Yes — use the Request Price & Availability button or WhatsApp us with your required quantity, and our team will confirm pricing, minimum order quantity, sample availability and delivery timelines for Lactic Acid.