| Identification | ||
| Name | Methyl (S)-(-)-lactate | |
| Synonyms | Methyl L-lactate | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C4H8O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 104.10 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 27871-49-4 | |
| EINECS | 248-704-9 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.092 | |
| Boiling point | 144-145 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.41-1.415 | |
| Flash point | 55 ºC | |
| alpha | -8.5 º (neat) | |
| Water solubility | miscible, hydrolyses | |