Description:Methyl L-lactate is the methyl ester deriving from of L-lactic acid which is produced through the bio-fermentation of corn and is featured for its high optical purity. Colorless, clear liquid having a slight characteristic odor. It is easily soluble in alcohol, ester, acetone, ethyl etc. and hydrolytic partially in water. Specification data--Assay (GC):Min.99.0%; Stereochemical purity :Min.99.0% L/(L+D)×100 ; Color:Max.50 apha; Acid value :Max.1.0; Methanol:Max.0.50%; Water content (Karl fisher) :Max.0.30% ; Specific gravity/Density (25/25℃):1.085～1.098; Refractive index (20℃):1.410～1.418; Basic physical & Chemical properties--Boiling point:144.8℃ (760 Kpa);Freezing/Melting point:-66℃; Flash point :55℃; Distillation range ( 5-95%,1013 mbar):140～150℃; Auto ignition temperature:385℃;Viscosity :3.1 mPa.s (25℃); Application:Mainly used in chiral pharmaceuticals and agrochemicals. Other issues--Packing:210kg per polyethylene bucket, or at the requirement of customers. Storage:Store at a cool and dry place without light.Avoid oxidizing agents, alkaline substances. For more information, please refer to the MSDS. Shelf life:12 months since the date of production when stored in required condition.