Lactic Acid
- Chemical Formula: C₃H₆O₃
- Appearance: Colorless to yellowish liquid or white crystalline solid (depending on concentration and purity)
- Odor: Mild, slightly acidic
- Purity: Varies by grade, typically ranging from 80% to 90% in liquid form, and higher for purified forms
- Molecular Weight: 90.08 g/mol
- Density: 1.206 g/mL (liquid)
- Melting Point: 16.8 °C (pure)
- Boiling Point: 122 °C (15 mmHg)
- Solubility: Miscible with water, ethanol, and other polar solvents
- Acidity: Weak organic acid