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S ethyl Lactate | 687-47-8

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S-ethyl Lactate | 687-47-8

CAS No:
687-47-8
Application:
Fine Fragrance, Personal Care, Cosmetics, Specialty Solvent Applications, Coatings and Inks, Specialty Chemical Formulation, Research and Development
Class:
Aroma Chemical
Form:
Liquid
Molecular Formula:
C5H10O3
Molecular Weight:
118.13
Melting Point:
26
Boiling Point:
154
Flash Point:
53.8
Solubility:
Chloroform (soluble), Ethyl Acetate (slightly), Methanol (slightly)
Olfactory:
Floral
Assay:
98% min
Manufacturing Country:
India
Synonyms:
Ethyl (S)-2-hydroxypropionateL-Lactic acid ethyl esterEthyl L-2-HydroxypropionateEthyl L-LactateEthyl S-2-Hydroxypropanoate

S-ethyl Lactate MSDS (Material Safety Data Sheet) or Specification

Chemtom is a leading supplier and exporter of S-ethyl Lactate (CAS 687-47-8) from India, serving chemical, coating, textile, water treatment and industrial manufacturers worldwide with consistent quality and dependable bulk supply.

What is S-ethyl Lactate?

S-ethyl Lactate is a coating raw material used in paints, coatings and inks applications. It supports film formation, solvency, adhesion and finish in solvent-based paints and coatings. It has a molecular formula of C5H10O3 and a molecular weight of 118.13 g/mol and is supplied as a liquid.

Also known as: Ethyl L-2-Hydroxypropionate, Ethyl L-Lactate, Ethyl S-2-Hydroxypropanoate.

Technical Specifications:

  • • CAS Number: 687-47-8
  • • Molecular Formula: C5H10O3
  • • Molecular Weight: 118.13 g/mol
  • • Physical Form: Liquid
  • • Melting Point: 26 °C
  • • Boiling Point: 154 °C
  • • Flash Point: 53.8 °C
  • • Solubility: Chloroform (soluble), Ethyl Acetate (slightly), Methanol (slightly)

Key Applications of S-ethyl Lactate:

  • • Specialty Solvent Applications
  • • Coatings and Inks
  • • Specialty Chemical Formulation
  • • Research and Development

Benefits:

  • • Works as a coating raw material that supports film formation, solvency, adhesion and finish in solvent-based paints and coatings
  • • Good compatibility with common industrial raw materials, solvents and process conditions
  • • Helps manufacturers achieve consistent batch-to-batch performance

Industries We Serve:

  • • Chemical and specialty chemical manufacturers
  • • Paints, coatings and inks producers
  • • Textile, leather and paper industries
  • • Water treatment and process industries
  • • Distributors and bulk buyers

Why Buy S-ethyl Lactate from Chemtom?

  • • Quality Assured: Every batch is checked for purity and specification compliance
  • • Complete Documentation: COA, MSDS/SDS and TDS available on request
  • • Flexible Packaging: Bags, drums, HDPE containers and customised pack sizes for trial and bulk orders
  • • Global Reach: Prompt dispatch across India and reliable export logistics
  • • Competitive Pricing: Bulk and repeat-order pricing tailored to your volume

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S-ethyl Lactate | 687-47-8 (Origin: India)