Ammonium Lactate

Description

Ammonium Lactate · CAS 515-98-0 · C3H6O3.H3N. UNII 67M901L9NQ. Melting Point: 92 °C.

Identification

CAS Registry Number	515-98-0
PubChem CID	62358
Molecular formula	C3H6O3.H3N
IUPAC name	azanium 2-hydroxypropanoate
UNII (FDA)	67M901L9NQ

Computed Descriptors

Molecular Weight	107.11
Hydrogen Bond Donor Count	2
Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count	3
Rotatable Bond Count	0
Exact Mass	107.058243149
Monoisotopic Mass	107.058243149
Topological Polar Surface Area	61.4
Heavy Atom Count	7
Formal Charge	0
Complexity	53.5

Physical & Chemical Properties

Melting Point	92 °C

Physical description & handling notes

• Ammonium lactate appears as white solid or liquid. Has no odor. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999)
• Liquid; Liquid; Other Solid
• White solid or liquid; Odorless; [CHRIS] 68-72% Aqueous solution: Light yellow liquid; [PURAC Bioquimica MSDS]
• 1.2 at 59 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink
• Lactic acid is an alpha-hydroxy acid. It is a normal constituent of tissues and blood. The alpha-hydroxy acids (and their salts) may act as humectants when applied to the skin. This property may influence hydration of the stratum corneum. In addition, lactic acid, when applied to the skin, may act to decrease corneocyte cohesion.

Regulatory Status

Regulatory & Food Contact	ACIDITY_REGULATOR; FLOUR_TREATMENT_AGENT: Food Additives NOT LIMITED Neither D(-)-lactic acid nor DL-lactic acid should be used in infant foods NMRS 53/TRS 539-JECFA 17/23 FAS 5/NMRS 53A-JECFA 17/461 CIR / INCI: Cosmetic ingredients (Ammonium Lactate) -> CIR (Cosmetic Ingredient Review)
GHS notification summary	87.6% (415 / 474)

GHS Hazard Classification

GHS notification summary	87.6% (415 / 474)
Reported hazard statements	H315 (12.2%), H319 (12.2%), H335 (12.2%)

Documented Uses

• CIR ingredient: Ammonium Lactate
• Food Additives -> ACIDITY_REGULATOR; FLOUR_TREATMENT_AGENT -> JECFA Functional Classes
• All Other Chemical Product and Preparation Manufacturing
• Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ammonium salt (1:1): ACTIVE
• For the treatment of dry, scaly skin (xerosis) and ichthyosis vulgaris and for temporary relief of itching associated with these conditions.
• Established Pharmacologic Class [EPC] - alpha-Hydroxy Acid

Synonyms

Ammonium lactate; 515-98-0; LacHydrin; ammonium 2-hydroxypropanoate; Amlactin; Laclotion; Kerasal AL; Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, monoammonium salt; 52003-58-4; Lac hydrin; Lactic acid ammonium salt; 67M901L9NQ; BMS-186091; Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ammonium salt (1:1); DTXSID3052808; NSC-760427

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the CAS number and molecular formula of Ammonium Lactate?

CAS 515-98-0; molecular formula C3H6O3.H3N; molecular weight — g/mol.

What other names is Ammonium Lactate known by?

Ammonium lactate, 515-98-0, LacHydrin, ammonium 2-hydroxypropanoate, Amlactin, Laclotion.

What is the regulatory status of Ammonium Lactate?

Documented regulatory listings: ACIDITY_REGULATOR; FLOUR_TREATMENT_AGENT: Food Additives; NOT LIMITED; Neither D(-)-lactic acid nor DL-lactic acid should be used in infant foods.

Is Ammonium Lactate classified as hazardous?

87.6% of GHS notifications report no hazard classification (415 of 474).

What are the key physical properties of Ammonium Lactate?

Melting Point: 92 °C.

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