4511-42-6 | L-(-)-Lactide

Packsize	Purity	Availability	Price	Discounted Price
1g	98%	in stock	$8.00	$5.00
5g	98%	in stock	$8.00	$6.00
10g	98%	in stock	$15.00	$10.00
25g	98%	in stock	$16.00	$12.00
100g	98%	in stock	$49.00	$35.00
500g	98%	in stock	$244.00	$171.00

Description

• Catalog Number: AB46385
• Chemical Name: L-(-)-Lactide
• CAS Number: 4511-42-6
• Molecular Formula: C6H8O4
• Molecular Weight: 144.1253
• MDL Number: MFCD18379155
• SMILES: C[C@@H]1OC(=O)[C@@H](OC1=O)C

Computed Properties

• Complexity: 155
• Covalently-Bonded Unit Count: 1
• Defined Atom Stereocenter Count: 2
• Heavy Atom Count: 10
• Hydrogen Bond Acceptor Count: 4
• XLogP3: 0.6

Upstream Synthesis Route

L-Lactide is a key building block in chemical synthesis, particularly in the production of polylactic acid (PLA) polymers. Its application in polymer chemistry involves ring-opening polymerization to form a biodegradable and compostable material. L-Lactide is an essential monomer in the creation of environmentally friendly plastics, fibers, and coatings. Additionally, its stereochemistry plays a crucial role in determining the physical properties and degradation behavior of the resulting polymer. The versatility of L-Lactide in polymer synthesis makes it a valuable component in the development of sustainable materials for various industries.