Lactic Acid，Milk acid，2-Hydroxypropanoic acid，CAS 50-21-5，C₃H₆O₃

Name: Lactic Acid
Other Names：Milk acid / 2-Hydroxypropanoic acid / DL-Lactic acid / α-Hydroxypropionic acid
CAS: 50-21-5
MF：C₃H₆O₃

Product Introduction:
Lactic acid is a naturally occurring organic acid widely used in the food, cosmetics, and industrial sectors.

Product Applications:
Industrial Applications

Cleaning Agents: Used as an acidic component in eco-friendly cleaning products.

Textile Industry: Applied in textile dyes and fiber processing.

Cosmetics and Personal Care

Humectant: As a component of Natural Moisturizing Factor (NMF), lactic acid is used in skincare products for hydration.

Exfoliant: As an alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), it helps remove dead skin cells and improve skin texture.

pH Adjuster: Used to regulate the pH of cosmetics and shampoos.

Other Applications

Flavoring agent and preservative

Flavor enhancer

Disinfectant

Food packaging materials

Laboratory reagent