Butyl lactate CAS 138-22-7
Lactic acid butyl ester, also known as alpha hydroxypropionic acid butyl ester, is a derivative of lactic acid formed by the esterification of lactic acid and butanol produced by the fermentation of carbohydrates similar to sugar. It appears as a colorless and transparent liquid with a sweet cream and milk aroma, and is easily soluble in most organic solvents such as ethanol, ether, acetone, and esters. When mixed with water, it undergoes partial hydrolysis, is non-toxic, and has good solubility
| Item | Specification |
| melting point | -28 °C (lit.) |
| boiling point | 185-187 °C (lit.) |
| SOLUBLE | 42 g/L (25 ºC) |
| flash point | 157 °F |
| refractivity | n20/D 1.421(lit.) |
| Storage conditions | Sealed in dry,Room Temperature |
Butyl lactate is mainly used to prepare dairy products, cheese and butterscotch essence. It can also be used to prepare vanilla, mushroom, nut, coconut, coffee and other essence. Butyl lactate is a high boiling point solvent used in natural resins, synthetic resins, fragrances, paints, printing inks, dry cleaning solutions, and adhesives.
Usually packed in 50kg/drum,and also can be do customized package.
Butyl lactate CAS 138-22-7
Butyl lactate CAS 138-22-7
