CAS 17392-83-5: (+)-Methyl lactate

Description:(+)-Methyl lactate, with the CAS number 17392-83-5, is an organic compound classified as an ester derived from lactic acid. It is a colorless to pale yellow liquid with a characteristic sweet odor. This compound is known for its chiral nature, existing in two enantiomeric forms, with the (+) form being the naturally occurring one. (+)-Methyl lactate is soluble in water and organic solvents, making it versatile for various applications. It is commonly used as a solvent in the formulation of paints, coatings, and adhesives due to its low toxicity and biodegradability. Additionally, it serves as a flavoring agent and a potential feedstock in the production of biodegradable plastics. The compound exhibits good thermal stability and has a relatively low boiling point, which is advantageous in industrial processes. Its properties make it an attractive alternative to traditional solvents, aligning with the growing emphasis on sustainability and environmental safety in chemical manufacturing.

Formula:C₄H₈O₃

InChI:InChI=1S/C4H8O3/c1-3(5)4(6)7-2/h3,5H,1-2H3/t3-/m1/s1

InChI key:InChIKey=LPEKGGXMPWTOCB-GSVOUGTGSA-N

SMILES:O=C(OC)C(O)C

Synonyms:
(+)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid methyl ester
(+)-Lactic acid methyl ester
(+)-Methyl 2-hydroxypropionate
(+)-Methyl lactate
(2R)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid methyl ester
(2R)-Methyl 2-hydroxypropanate
(R)-(+)-Lactic acid methyl ester
(R)-(+)-Methyl Lactate
(R)-2-Hydroxypropanoic acid methyl ester
(R)-2-Hydroxypropionic acid methyl ester
See more synonyms
(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxypropanoate
D-Lactic acid methyl ester
D-Methyl lactate
D-(+)-Lactic Acid Methyl Ester
D-Methyl Lactate
Methyl (R)-2-hydroxypropionate
Methyl D-lactate
Methyl D-(+)-Lactate
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, (2R)-
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, methyl ester, (R)-
methyl (2R)-2-hydroxypropanoate
methyl (R)-2-hydroxypropanoate
Methyl-(r)-lactate
Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate

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Product data	Purity	Price range	Estimated delivery
Methyl D-(+)-Lactate REF: 3B-L0136CAS: 17392-83-5	>98.0%(GC)	62.00 €~181.00 €	Wed 02 Apr 25
(R)-Methyl 2-hydroxypropanoate REF: 10-F219745CAS: 17392-83-5	95.0%	29.00 €~163.00 €	Mon 07 Apr 25
Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate REF: IN-DA0032AWCAS: 17392-83-5	98%	To inquire	Wed 09 Apr 25
D-Methyl lactate REF: 54-OR72156CAS: 17392-83-5	98+%	37.00 €~2,558.00 €	Thu 10 Apr 25
Methyl (R)-(+)-lactate, 98% REF: AC-41449CAS: 17392-83-5	98%	To inquire	Mon 14 Apr 25
D-Methyl lactate REF: 3D-FM14255CAS: 17392-83-5	(¹H-Nmr) Min. 95 Area-%	105.00 €~1,814.00 €	Tue 22 Apr 25
Methyl D-(+)-Lactate REF: TR-M315230CAS: 17392-83-5	- - -	196.00 €~1,021.00 €	Tue 20 May 25