Sodium glycolate, 98%

Name: Sodium glycolate, 98%
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008614

About Sodium glycolate, 98%

Listed under CAS 2836-32-0, Sodium glycolate is a carboxylic acid available from Vaqora Chemicals with a typical assay of 98%. The compound has the formula C2H3NaO3, corresponding to a molecular weight of 98.03 g/mol. Systematically, it is named sodium 2-hydroxyacetate. Common synonyms include Glycolic acid sodium salt and Hydroxyacetic acid sodium salt.

It is supplied as white to off-white powder to crystals. Key physical data: a melting point of 210-218 °C. Solubility: soluble in water. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. The GHS classification uses the signal word “Danger”, so appropriate gloves, eye protection and ventilation are recommended.

It is commonly used for buffer preparation and organic synthesis. Typical end-use sectors are pharmaceutical manufacturing and academic and industrial research.

Available in 25 g, 500 g, 5 kg and 25 kg packs, Sodium glycolate is dispatched with a Certificate of Analysis (COA) to destinations worldwide.

Typical applications

Buffer preparation
Organic synthesis

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Sodium glycolate, 98%
Catalogue No.	VQ-008614
CAS Number	2836-32-0
IUPAC name	sodium 2-hydroxyacetate
Molecular formula	C₂H₃NaO₃
Molecular weight	98.03 g/mol
Exact mass	97.998
Purity / assay	98%
HSN code	29241900
InChIKey	VILMUCRZVVVJCA-UHFFFAOYSA-M
SMILES	C(C(=O)[O-])O.[Na+]
PubChem CID	517347

Physical properties
Physical form	Crystalline
Appearance	White to off-white powder to crystals
Melting point	210-218 °C
Solubility	Soluble in water
H-bond donors / acceptors	1 / 3
TPSA	60.4 Å²
Synonyms	Glycolic acid sodium salt, Hydroxyacetic acid sodium salt, Sodium hydroxyacetate, Sodium glycollate, Monosodium glycolate, Sodium lycolate, Glykokolan sodny, Glycolic acid, monosodium salt, Hydroxyacetic acid, monosodium salt, Acetic acid, hydroxy-, monosodium salt, C2H3NaO3

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H315Causes skin irritation
H318Causes serious eye damage
H319Causes serious eye irritation
H335May cause respiratory irritation

Precautionary statements: P261, P264, P264 + P265, P271, P280, P302 + P352, P304 + P340, P305 + P351 + P338, P305 + P354 + P338, P317, P319, P321, P332 + P317, P337 + P317, P362 + P364, P403 + P233, P405, P501

Classification is indicative (aggregated GHS notifications) and may vary by grade and concentration. Always refer to the SDS supplied with your lot.

Documents

Safety Data Sheet (SDS)16-section GHS · on request Certificate of AnalysisTypical / batch COA · on request Specification sheetTDS / MOA · on request

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Sodium glycolate, 98%?

The CAS Registry Number of Sodium glycolate, 98% is 2836-32-0. It is also known as Glycolic acid sodium salt, Hydroxyacetic acid sodium salt, Sodium hydroxyacetate.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Sodium glycolate, 98%?

Sodium glycolate, 98% has the molecular formula C2H3NaO3 and a molecular weight of 98.03 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is sodium 2-hydroxyacetate.

Which grade and pack sizes of Sodium glycolate, 98% can I order?

We supply Sodium glycolate, 98% in (98%) grade, in 25 g, 500 g, 5 kg, 25 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Sodium glycolate, 98%?

Yes. Every lot of Sodium glycolate, 98% is shipped with a batch-specific Certificate of Analysis, and a 16-section GHS Safety Data Sheet is provided with the quotation and the shipment.

Can Sodium glycolate, 98% be shipped internationally?

Yes. Sodium glycolate, 98% is classified as hazardous, so it is packed in UN-approved packaging and shipped as dangerous goods under IATA/IMDG rules. We export worldwide on EXW, FOB, CIF and DAP terms.