Glycolic acid (also known as hydroxyacetic acid) is a colourless, odourless and hygroscopic crystalline solid, highly soluble in water. It is used in various skin-care products and serves as a useful intermediary when producing other organic substances. Glycolic acid is widespread in nature. A glycolate (sometimes spelled "glycollate") is a salt or ester of glycolic acid. Its chemical formula is HOCH2CO2H.
| CAS Number: | 79-14-1 |
| UN Number: | 3261 |
| Hazard Class: | 8 |
| Packing Group: | II |
What is the CAS Number of glycolic acid?
The CAS number of glycolic acid is 79-14-1.
What is the UN Number of glycolic acid?
The UN number of glycolic acid is 3261.
What is the Hazard Class of glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid is in Hazard Class 8.
What is the Packing Group of glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid is in Packing Group II.
Physical properties of Glycolic Acid
Physical State:
No information available
Appearance:
Liquid
Odor:
No information available
Odor Threshold:
No information available
pH:
2 at 50 g/l @ 20°C
Melting Point / Range:
Melting point/range 75 - 80°C
Boiling Point / Range:
No information available
Molecular Formula:
HOCH2CO2H
Molecular Weight:
76.05 g/mol
Safety Information
All the safety information for glycolic acid can be found in our MSDS (material safety data sheet) below. It includes information on first aid, accidental release, fire-fighting, handling and storage, personal protection and much more. Please familiarise yourself with the hazards before handling it.
FAQs
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What kind of hazards are associated with Formula Potassium Sulphate?
Glycolic acid has the following precautionary statements associated with it:
P261: avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280: wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P304+P340+P310: IF INHALED: remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTRE or doctor.
P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Glycolic acid has the serious potential to cause severe skin burns and damage to the eyes. All possible precautions must be taken to ensure that glycolic acid does not come into contact with skin or eyes.
Please consult the safety data sheet before handling glycolic acid.
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