Description
This colorless, odorless, and hygroscopic crystalline solid is highly soluble in water. It is used in various skin-care products. Glycolic Acid is found in some sugar-crops. Used in the textile industry as a dyeing and tanning agent. In food processing as a flavoring agent and as a preservative, and in the pharmaceutical industry as a skin care agent. It is also used in adhesives and plastics.
Technical information
CAS# | 79-14-1 |
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Formula | C2H4O3 |