Potassium Lactate Extra Pure

1. Basic Identification Attributes

• Chemical Name: Potassium Lactate

• CAS Number: 996-31-6

• HS Code: 2918.19.90

• Molecular Formula: C₃H₅KO₃

• Synonyms:
  • Lactic acid, potassium salt

  • Potassium 2-hydroxypropanoate

  • E326 (as a food additive)

2. Physical & Chemical Properties

• Physical State: Liquid (commonly supplied as aqueous solution, ~60% concentration) or crystalline solid

• Color & Odor: Colorless to pale yellow liquid; mild, characteristic odor

• Boiling Point & Melting Point:
  • Boiling Point: ~150–160 °C (for solution)

  • Melting Point (anhydrous solid): ~39–42 °C

• Density/Specific Gravity: ~1.3–1.4 g/cm³ (60% solution)

• Solubility:
  • Freely soluble in water

  • Slightly soluble in ethanol

• pH Level: ~6.0–8.0 (for 10% solution)

• Vapor Pressure & Volatility: Low volatility

• Flash Point: Not flammable under normal conditions

• Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable

• Viscosity: Moderate viscosity (depending on concentration)

3. Safety & Hazard Attributes

• Hazard Class (GHS Classification):
  • Generally not classified as hazardous

• NFPA Ratings:
  • Health: 1

  • Flammability: 0

  • Reactivity: 0

• Exposure Limits:
  • No occupational exposure limits established

• Reactivity:
  • Stable under normal conditions

  • Incompatible with strong acids and strong oxidizers

4. Storage & Handling Attributes

• Storage Conditions:
  • Store in tightly closed containers

  • Cool, dry, and well-ventilated area

• Incompatible Materials:
  • Strong oxidizing agents

  • Strong acids

• Container Type:
  • Plastic drums, HDPE bottles

• Shelf Life & Expiration Date:
  • 2 years (typical for solutions under proper storage)

• Special Handling Requirements:
  • Use gloves and goggles when handling bulk quantities

  • Avoid contact with skin and eyes

5. Regulatory & Compliance Attributes

• Regulatory Status:
  • Approved as a food additive (E326)

  • Listed under REACH and TSCA

• Hazard Symbols (GHS Pictograms):
  • None required for standard solutions

• Transportation Restrictions:
  • Not classified as hazardous for transport

• Waste Disposal Method:
  • Dispose in accordance with local environmental regulations

  • Dilute before flushing if permitted by local codes

6. Environmental & Health Impact

• Ecotoxicity:
  • Low environmental hazard; readily biodegradable

• Persistence in Environment:
  • Decomposes to harmless substances in the environment

• Carcinogenicity/Mutagenicity:
  • Not classified as carcinogenic or mutagenic

• Biodegradability:
  • Readily biodegradable