Ethyl Lactate is a liquid flavoring agent commonly used in food ingredients. It adds a mild, sweet, and slightly tangy flavor, typically found in dairy, fruit, and baked goods applications.

Ingredient Name: Ethyl Lactate

INCI Name: Ethyl Lactate

Labeling Claims: Acrylamide-free, Additive-free, Allergen-free, Animal Products-free, BSE-free, Colorants-free, Conflict minerals-free, Dioxane-free, Dioxin-free, Food Allergen-free, Formaldehyde-free, Geranyl Nitrile-Free, Glycol ether-free, Halal, Irradiation-free, Kosher, Mycotoxins-free, Nanomaterials-free, Nitromusk-Free, Nitrosamines-free, Non-GMO, Nonylphenol-free, Not Tested on Animals, PAH-free, Paraben-free, TSE-free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Certifications & Compliance: CITES Compliant, EU Cosmetic Regulation 1223/2009 Compliant, Halal, IFRA Compliant, Kosher, REACH Exempt (Europe)

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Identification & Functionality

Flavor Ingredient Class
Fragrance Ingredient Class
INCI Name
Ingredient Name
Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
Food Ingredients Functions
CAS Number (EU)
97-64-3
CAS Number (US)
97-64-3
EC Number
202-598-0
FEMA Number
2440
Technologies
Product Families

Features & Benefits

Properties

Physical Form
Appearance
Colorless clear mobile liquid
Typical Properties
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Volatile Organic Compounds (ethanol)max. 0.3%-
Specifications
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Apparent Density (at 20°C)1.029 - 1.038g/mL-
Puritymin. 98area%Gas Liquid Chromatography
Refractive Index (at 20°C)1.4100 - 1.4220--
Heavy Metals
ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
Lead Contentmax. 10ppm-
Cadmium Contentmax. 1ppm-
Arsenic Contentmax. 3ppm-
Mercury Contentmax. 1ppm-

Regulatory & Compliance

Storage & Handling

Shelf Life
730 Days
Storage Conditions
  • Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
  • Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and other sources of ignition (i.e., pilot lights, electric motors and static electricity).
  • Keep in properly labeled containers.
  • Do not store near combustible materials.
  • Keep in an area equipped with sprinklers.
  • Store in accordance with the particular national regulations. Store in accordance with local regulations.