ETHYL LACTATE
Prepared at the 26th JECFA (1982), published in FNP 25 (1982) and in FNP 52 (1992) superseding specifications prepared at the 24th JECFA
(1980), published in FNP 17 (1980). An ADI 'not specified' was established at the 26th JECFA (1982)
SYNONYMS Lactic acid ethyl ester, ethyl 2-hydroxypropionate
DEFINITION
Chemical names Ethyl lactate
C.A.S. number 97-64-3
Chemical formula C5H10O3
Formula weight 118.13
Assay Not less than 98%
DESCRIPTION Colourless liquid with a characteristic odour
FUNCTIONAL USESFlavouring agent, carrier solvent (See ‘Flavouring agents’ monograph, JECFA no. 931)
