Lactic Acid
Colourless to pale yellow liquid with a mild acidic odour · CAS 50-21-5
DocumentsSpec sheet (PDF, 33 KB)Safety Data Sheet (PDF, 82 KB)
Overview
Lactic Acid (CAS 50-21-5) is one of the food & industrial additives products Suraj Chemicals supplies to industrial, institutional and manufacturing buyers across India from our Chennai base. It is commonly used for food preservative and acidulant; leather tanning; textile dyeing auxiliary, among other applications in the food & industrial additives category. We pack Lactic Acid in carboys / drums as per order quantity, and can arrange bulk, drum or tanker quantities for larger requirements — full characteristics, applications and downloadable documentation are below, or you can request a quote directly.
Specification Sheet — Characteristics
Download Specification Sheet (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.
Origin
- Imported – Netherlands
A certificate of analysis is supplied with every batch.
Applications
- Food preservative and acidulant
- Leather tanning
- Textile dyeing auxiliary
- Pharmaceutical intermediate
Safety & Handling Summary
| Topic | Summary |
|---|---|
| Signal word | Danger |
| GHS hazards | H315 — Causes skin irritation H318 — Causes serious eye damage |
| Incompatible with | Strong oxidising agents, strong bases, carbonates (releases CO₂) |
| Gloves | Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene or PVC) |
| Eye / face | Chemical safety goggles/face shield |
| Respiratory | Not normally required with adequate ventilation; use an acid-gas/organic-vapour cartridge respirator if mist levels are elevated |
| Body | Acid-resistant apron/protective clothing for prolonged or repeated contact |
| Transport (road) | UN3265 · Class 8 · Packing group III |
| Emergency handling | First aid, fire-fighting and spill / release measures are in Sections 4–6 of the SDS. Emergency contact: +91 70927 22822 / +91 98402 84032. |
A summary of the Lactic Acid Safety Data Sheet. The full SDS is the authority: download it at the top of this page and read it before first use. Hazard ratings can change with grade and concentration, so confirm the transport class for each consignment.
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 Specification Sheet 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.
What is the shelf life of Lactic Acid?
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.
Is Lactic Acid hazardous to handle?
Yes. Lactic Acid is classified under GHS (signal word: Danger) as: causes skin irritation (H315); causes serious eye damage (H318). Follow the storage and handling guidance above, use appropriate PPE, and download the Safety Data Sheet (SDS/MSDS) in the sidebar above for full GHS hazard, handling and PPE details.
Is a Specification Sheet, TDS or MSDS available for Lactic Acid?
Yes. a downloadable Specification Sheet (PDF) with full characteristics and specifications 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.
Actual packaging as supplied by Suraj Chemicals
CAS Number
50-21-5
Appearance
Colourless to pale yellow liquid with a mild acidic odour
Packaging
Carboys / drums as per order quantity
Storage & Handling
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place.
Shelf Life
Typically around 24 months from date of manufacture when stored in original, unopened packaging under normal warehouse conditions, consistent with standard industry practice for this class of chemical. As with any industrial chemical, request the current batch's manufacturing date and a fresh certificate of analysis for orders where exact remaining shelf life matters.