Hydroxyacetic Acid, CAS 79-14-1
Hydroxyacetic Acid, commonly known as Glycolic Acid, is the simplest alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA), with the molecular formula C2H4O3 and a molecular weight of 76.05 g/mol. It contains both hydroxyl and carboxylic acid functional groups, giving it high reactivity and versatility in chemical synthesis and industrial applications. Hydroxyacetic Acid is widely used in cosmetics, pharmaceuticals, chemical manufacturing, textile processing and other specialty applications.
Product Chemical Properties
Chemical Name: Hydroxyacetic Acid
CAS No.: 79-14-1
Synonyms: Glycolic Acid, Hydroxyacetic Acid, Acetic Acid Hydroxy-, Hydroxyethanoic Acid
Molecular Formula: C2H4O3
Molecular Weight: 76.05 g/mol
EC No.: 201-180-5
Chemical Type: Alpha-Hydroxy Acid
Main Function: Chemical Intermediate and Specialty Organic Acid

Product Technical Specification
Assay≥ : 70.0% 99.0% 99.5%
Residue on ignition≤: 0.3% 0.05% 0.05%
Insoluble residue≤ : 0.01% 0.01% 0.005%
Color APHA≤: 25 25 25
Chloride (as Cl-)≤: 0.001% 0.001% 0.001%
Sulfate (as SO42-)≤: 0.05% 0.01% 0.01%
Heavy metal(as Pb)≤: 10ppm 10ppm 5ppm
Fe≤ : 10ppm 5ppm 5pm
As≤: 2ppm 1ppm
Sulfuric acid test: Confirm
Clarity test: Confirm
Applications of Hydroxyacetic Acid
Hydroxyacetic Acid is a versatile organic acid used in a wide range of industrial and commercial applications. It is an important chemical intermediate and is valued for its hydroxyl and carboxyl functional groups.
Main applications include:
Cosmetic and personal care formulations, Pharmaceutical intermediates, Chemical synthesis, Organic synthesis, Textile processing, Leather processing, Surface treatment, Cleaning formulations, Polymer and resin production, Specialty chemical manufacturing
Glycolic Acid is also widely used in cosmetic formulations because of its alpha-hydroxy acid properties. Industrial-grade Hydroxyacetic Acid is used as a chemical intermediate in the manufacture of various organic compounds, polymers and specialty chemicals.
Packaging
250kg/Plastic drum; Crystals (Pharmaceutical Grade) 20 kg/fiber drum
Production Capacity
12000MT/year
Storage Requirements
Store Hydroxyacetic Acid in a cool, dry and well-ventilated area. Keep the product in tightly sealed original containers and protect it from moisture, heat and direct sunlight. Avoid unnecessary exposure during handling and follow the applicable SDS requirements. Store according to the recommended conditions for the specific product grade and concentration.
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