Glycolic acid, 70% solution

Name: Glycolic acid, 70% solution
Brand: Vaqora Chemicals
SKU: VQ-008500

About Glycolic acid, 70% solution

Glycolic acid (CAS 79-14-1) is a carboxylic acid offered by Vaqora Chemicals at a purity of ≥70%. With the molecular formula C2H4O3, it has a molar mass of 76.05 g/mol. Systematically, it is named 2-hydroxyacetic acid. Alternative names: Hydroxyacetic acid solution and Liquid glycolic acid 70%.

The product is provided as a liquid. Key physical data: a melting point of 10 °C and a boiling point of 112 °C. Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry and well-ventilated place. Under GHS it is labelled “Danger”, so handle it with suitable PPE and consult the SDS.

Typical applications include organic synthesis, pharmaceutical synthesis and cosmetics and personal care. It is used across pharmaceutical manufacturing, academic and industrial research and cosmetics and personal care.

We offer Glycolic acid in 500 mL, 1 L, 5 L and 250 kg packs with a batch-specific COA, and ship to customers worldwide.

Typical applications

Organic synthesis
Pharmaceutical synthesis
Cosmetics & personal care

Industries

Specifications & identifiers

Chemical identifiers
Product name	Glycolic acid, 70% solution
Catalogue No.	VQ-008500
CAS Number	79-14-1
IUPAC name	2-hydroxyacetic acid
Molecular formula	C₂H₄O₃
Molecular weight	76.05 g/mol
Exact mass	76.016
Purity / assay	≥70%
HSN code	29181990
InChIKey	AEMRFAOFKBGASW-UHFFFAOYSA-N
SMILES	C(C(=O)O)O
PubChem CID	757

Physical properties
Physical form	Solution
Appearance	Liquid
Melting point	10 °C
Boiling point	112 °C
Density	1.25 g/mL at 25 °C
LogP (XLogP3)	-1.1
H-bond donors / acceptors	2 / 3
TPSA	57.5 Å²
UN number	UN 3261
Synonyms	Hydroxyacetic acid solution, Liquid glycolic acid 70%, hydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxyethanoic acid, Glycollic acid, glycolate, alpha-Hydroxyacetic acid, 2-Hydroxyethanoic acid, Kyselina glykolova, Kyselina hydroxyoctova, 4-03-00-00571 (Beilstein Handbook Reference), 2-oxonioacetate

Safety & hazard information (GHS)

Corrosive

Harmful / irritant

Signal word: Danger

Hazard statements

H302Harmful if swallowed
H314Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H318Causes serious eye damage
H332Harmful if inhaled

Precautionary statements: P260, P261, P264, P264 + P265, P270, P271, P280, P301 + P317, P301 + P330 + P331, P302 + P361 + P354, P304 + P340, P305 + P354 + P338, P316, P317, P321, P330, P363, 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

Other grades of CAS 79-14-1

AR

Glycolic acid 70%, AR

CAS: 79-14-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₃
MW: 76.05 g/mol

VQ-046683

Puriss

Glycollic acid, 98%

CAS: 79-14-1
Formula: C₂H₄O₃
MW: 76.05 g/mol

VQ-003828

Frequently asked questions

What is the CAS number of Glycolic acid, 70% solution?

The CAS Registry Number of Glycolic acid, 70% solution is 79-14-1. It is also known as Hydroxyacetic acid solution, Liquid glycolic acid 70%, hydroxyacetic acid.

What is the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycolic acid, 70% solution?

Glycolic acid, 70% solution has the molecular formula C2H4O3 and a molecular weight of 76.05 g/mol. Its IUPAC name is 2-hydroxyacetic acid.

Which grade and pack sizes of Glycolic acid, 70% solution can I order?

We supply Glycolic acid, 70% solution in (≥70%) grade, in 500 mL, 1 L, 5 L, 250 kg packs. Larger bulk quantities and custom packing are quoted on request.

Do you provide a COA and SDS with Glycolic acid, 70% solution?

Yes. Every lot of Glycolic acid, 70% solution 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 Glycolic acid, 70% solution be shipped internationally?

Yes. Glycolic acid, 70% solution is classified as hazardous (UN 3261), 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.