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Other Names: Milk acid
Formula: CH3CHOHCOOH
Sp. Gr.: 1.2
Viscosity: 40 to 100 cPs.

Remarks: Colorless, odorless, hygroscopic, syrupy liquid. b.p. 122ºC / 251ºF, m.p. 18ºC / 64ºF; miscible with water, alcohol and glycerin. Used in foods and beverages, as a flavoring and preservative; also used in plastics and textiles.

Pump Notes: Stainless steel is required. PTFE or Kalrez® elastomers are recommended.

 Kalrez® is a registered trademark of DuPont Dow Elastomers®, L.L.C.