OriginDerived from lactic acid and butanol, both obtainable from petroleum or fermented biomass sources. Synthesized through esterification reaction between lactic acid and butanol using acid catalysts.
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, butyl ester
Solubility Slight (NIOSH, 2024)
Formula
C7H14O3
Mol. Weight
146.18
CAS #
138-22-7
Form
Liquid
State
Butyl lactate appears as a clear colorless liquid with a mild odor. Flash point 168 °F. Less dense than water and insoluble in water. Vapors heavier than air. Used as a solvent, and to make other chem
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Solvent
Dissolves other ingredients so they distribute evenly in the formula. Often the invisible "base" everything else is mixed into.
Provides scent
Dissolves other ingredients
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