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Glycolic Acid, or hydroxyacetic acid, is a white crystalline solid that is easily solubilized in water to form a clear, odorless solution. Structurally, it is similar to acetic acid but with a hydroxylated methyl group, making it the smallest alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA). The term “lab grade” implies intermediate purity only; this product is not subject to the rigorous standards set for analytical or food grade reagents.
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- Dermatology
- Skin peeling
- Adhesives
- Biodegradable polymers
- Cleaning agent for metals (water wells, dairy equipment)
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Product Information
| CAS | 79-14-1 |
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| Synonyms | 2-Hydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxyacetic acid, Glycollic acid, Hydroxyethanoic acid |
| Assay | 70-72% |
| PubChem ID | 757 |
| Grade | Lab Grade |
| Color | Max 3 Gardner |
| Physical form | Liquid |
| Appearance | Colorless Liquid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Melting point | 75 °C |
| Boiling Point | Decomposes |
| Density | 1.2500 - 1.2700 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Fully Miscible in Water |
| Molecular formula | C2H4O3 |
| Molecular weight | 76.05 |
| Autoship Available | Yes |
| Chloride (Cl) | Max 10 ppm |
| Iron (Fe) | Max 10 ppm |
| Sulfate (SO4) | Max 800 ppm |
| Water | 28-30% |
