(−)-Ethyl L-lactate
Also known as: Ethyl L(-)-lactate, Ethyl L-(-)-Lactate, L-Ethyl Lactate, L-lactic acid ethyl ester, (-)-Ethyl (S)-2-hydroxypropionate, Ethyl (S)-(-)-lactate, (S)-(−)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid ethyl ester, (S)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid ethyl ester, (S)-ethyl 2-hydroxypropanoate, ethyl (2S)-2-hydroxypropanoate, Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester, (2S)-, MFCD00004518
(−)-Ethyl L-lactate (CAS 687-47-8) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.131 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of -26ºC, a boiling point of 154.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 48.9±0.0 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour, H318 — Causes serious eye damage and H335 — May cause respiratory irritation. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 687-47-8
- Jingsj CID
- J-889820-2
- Molecular Formula
- C5H10O3
- Molecular Weight
- 118.131 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | -26ºC |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 154.5±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.1±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 48.9±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 118.062996 |
| PSA | 46.53000 |
| LogP | -0.19 |
| Vapor Pressure | 1.2±0.6 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.420 |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour
- H318 — Causes serious eye damage
- H335 — May cause respiratory irritation
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918110000 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918110000. 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 (−)-Ethyl L-lactate?
The CAS number of (−)-Ethyl L-lactate is 687-47-8.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of (−)-Ethyl L-lactate?
(−)-Ethyl L-lactate has molecular formula C5H10O3 and molecular weight 118.131 g/mol.
Is (−)-Ethyl L-lactate hazardous?
(−)-Ethyl L-lactate has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H226 — Flammable liquid and vapour; H318 — Causes serious eye damage; H335 — May cause respiratory irritation.
What are the upstream and downstream products of (−)-Ethyl L-lactate?
For (−)-Ethyl L-lactate, Upstream Products: Ethyl pyruvate, Ethanol, L-Lactic acid; Downstream Products: Ethyl (S)-2-(tosyloxy)propanoate, (S)-(-)-1,1-Diphenyl-1,2-propanediol, (R)-(-)-2-Chloropropan-1-ol.
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