Glycolic acid
Also known as: 2-Hydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxyacetic acid, Hydroxyethanoic acid, 2-Hydroxyethanoic acid, Glycollic acid, α-Hydroxyacetic acid
Glycolic acid (CAS 79-14-1) is a compound in the Organic Acids category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C2H4O3 and a molecular weight of 76.051 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 75-80 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 265.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 128.7±16.3 °C. It is classified under GHS with signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage and H332 — Harmful if inhaled. It is listed by 1 supplier, from 0.62 to 2.60 CNY. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 79-14-1
- Jingsj CID
- J-8865-7
- Molecular Formula
- C2H4O3
- Molecular Weight
- 76.051 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Acids
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
| Supplier | Purity / Pack | Base Price | Unit Price | Origin | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
In Stock | 98% 500g | ¥310.00 | $0.09 /gBest ¥0.62/g CNY | CN China MOQ 500g | |
In Stock | 98% 100g | ¥125.00 | $0.19 /g ¥1.25/g CNY | CN China MOQ 100g | |
In Stock | 98% 25g | ¥65.00 | $0.39 /g ¥2.60/g CNY | CN China MOQ 25g |
Physicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 75-80 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 265.6±13.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.4±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 128.7±16.3 °C |
| Exact Mass | 76.016045 |
| PSA | 57.53000 |
| LogP | -1.05 |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.2 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.450 |
| Additional Property | SOLUBLE |
GHS Safety & Compliance
- H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H332 — Harmful if inhaled
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Usuki A, et al. The inhibitory effect of glycolic acid and lactic acid on melanin synthesis in melanoma cells. Exp Dermatol. 2003;12 Suppl 2:43-50. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2918199090 |
|---|---|
| Summary | 2918199090 other carboxylic acids with alcohol function but without other oxygen function, their anhydrides, halides, peroxides, peroxyacids and their derivatives。Supervision conditions:None。VAT:17.0%。Tax rebate rate:9.0%。MFN tariff:6.5%。General tariff:30.0% |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Glycolic acid?
The CAS number of Glycolic acid is 79-14-1.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid has molecular formula C2H4O3 and molecular weight 76.051 g/mol.
Which suppliers offer Glycolic acid?
1 supplier(s) listed; reference unit price ¥0.62–2.60 /g.
Is Glycolic acid hazardous?
Glycolic acid has GHS signal word Danger and hazard statements H314 — Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H332 — Harmful if inhaled.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Glycolic acid?
For Glycolic acid, Upstream Products: Formaldehyde, Methyl glycolate, Glycerol; Downstream Products: Glycine, N,N-Diethyl-2-hydroxyacetamide, Trimethylsilyl trimethylsiloxyacetate.
Data compiled from public chemical databases such as PubChem and supplier catalogs; supplier offers are provided by suppliers.
Last updated:
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