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We can offer a discount on bulk orders. Please contact our sales team for further inquiry.| Product Name | L-lactide, L-LA |
| Catalog Number | POL-TE083 |
| Description | L-lactide is an enantiomer of lactide, formed by the dehydration condensation of two L-lactic acid molecules. It appears as white needle-like or rod-shaped crystals, readily absorbs moisture and deliquesces, and can be used to synthesize medical-grade poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA, L-lactide) or other copolymers. |
| Application | Synthesizes medical-grade poly-L-lactic acid (PLLA) or other copolymers. |
| Molecular Formula | C6H8O4 |
| Feature | Prone to hydrolysis and polymerization; store at low temperatures. |
| Appearance | White needle-like or rod-shaped crystals |
| Heavy Metals | ≤ 10 μg/g |
| Melting Point | 96-100°C |
| Moisture | ≤ 0.03% |
| Ash | ≤ 0.05% |
| Purity | ≥ 99.5% |
| Specific Rotation | -255°~-270° |
| Free Acid | ≤ 5 mmol/kg |