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HYDROXY-2-PROPANOATE SODIUM [1 record]

Record 1 2012-01-31

English

Subject field(s)
  • Chemical Elements and Compounds
  • Food Additives
Universal entry(ies)
C3H5NaO3
formula, see observation
DEF

Colorless or yellowish syrupy liquid, very hygroscopic. Soluble in water. M.p. 17°C; decomposes [at] 140°C. Combustible ... Uses: Medicine; hygroscopic agent; glycerin substitute; plasticizer; corrosion inhibitor in alcohol antifreeze.

OBS

Chemical formula: C3H5NaO3

French

Domaine(s)
  • Éléments et composés chimiques
  • Additifs alimentaires
Entrée(s) universelle(s)
C3H5NaO3
formula, see observation
DEF

Sel sodique de l'acide lactique employé comme adjuvant des antioxydants en fromagerie et en confiserie.

OBS

Le lactate de sodium est aussi utilisé en médecine pour le traitement de certaines formes d'acidose et des états hémolytiques aigus.

OBS

Formule chimique : C3H5NaO3

Spanish

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