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Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate

Also known as: (+)-Methyl D-lactate, (2R)-2-Hydroxypropanoic Acid Methyl Ester, (R)-Methyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, D-(+)-Lactic Acid Methyl Ester, D-Lactic acid methyl ester, Methyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Methyl (R)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Methyl D-(+)-Lactate, Methyl D-lactate, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, (2R)-

Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate (CAS 17392-83-5) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 104.104 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -66.2ºC, a boiling point of 145.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 49.4±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H319 — Causes serious eye irritation and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.

CAS No.
17392-83-5
Jingsj CID
J-37411-8
Molecular Formula
C4H8O3
Molecular Weight
104.104 g/mol
Category
Organic Acids
Last updated
8/21/2026

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Physicochemical Properties

Melting Point-66.2ºC
Boiling Point145.3±8.0 °C at 760 mmHg
Density1.1±0.1 g/cm3
Flash Point49.4±0.0 °C
Exact Mass104.047340
PSA46.53000
LogP-0.72
Vapor Pressure1.9±0.6 mmHg at 25°C
Refractive Index1.412

GHS Safety & Compliance

Flammable / IrritantSignal word: Warning
  • H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
  • H319 — Causes serious eye irritation
  • H335 — May cause respiratory irritation

Customs & Trade Information

HS Code2918110000
Summary2918110000. lactic acid, its salts and esters. VAT:17.0%. Tax rebate rate:13.0%. Supervision conditions:AB(certificate of inspection for goods inward,certificate of inspection for goods outward). MFN tariff:6.5%. General tariff:30.0%

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the CAS number of Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate?

The CAS number of Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate is 17392-83-5.

What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate?

Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate has molecular formula C4H8O3 and molecular weight 104.104 g/mol.

Is Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate hazardous?

Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate has GHS signal word Warning and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H319 — Causes serious eye irritation; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.

What are the upstream and downstream products of Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate?

For Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate, Upstream Products: Methyl lactate, 2,2-Diphenylacetic acid, Methyl pyruvate; Downstream Products: Methyl (R)-2-(tosyloxy)propanoate, (R)-(-)-1,2-Propanediol, (S)-(+)-1,2-Propanediol.

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