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Cosmetic Supplies USA Glycolic Acid

Cosmetic Supplies USA Glycolic acid is the first series of Alpha-Hydroxycarboxylic acids commonly known as " AHA's ". It is widely used in the personal care industry and the continous research into what causes wrinkles and the effects of photoaging, free radical effects on the skin etc., has increased the popularity of this ingredient. Glycolic acid has many others uses in other industries, however, since we do not supply technical grade material, we have not expanded on the details.

INCI Name: Glycolic Acid

Functions: Anti-Wrinkle Agent

Labeling Claims: Biodegradable, Clean at Sephora, Credo Clean Standard, Non-Flammable, Ulta Beauty's Conscious Beauty

Benefit Claims: Anti-Wrinkle, Chemical Stability, Inhibition of Free Radical Formation, Low Odor, Photo-Aging Protection

Synonyms: 2-hydroxyacetic acid, 2-hydroxyethanoic acid, alpha-Hydroxyacetate, alpha-Hydroxyacetic Acid, Hydroxyacetic Acid, Hydroxyethanoic Acid, α-Hydroxyacetic acid

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    Identification & Functionality

    INCI Name
    Cosmetic Ingredients Functions
    CAS No.
    79-14-1
    EC No.
    201-180-5

    Features & Benefits

    Properties
    • Soluble in water, ethanol, ethyl acetat , acetone, acetic acid.
    • Nonflammable
    • Low Odor
    • Biodegradable
    • Low Corrosivity
    • Chemically Stable @ normal storage temperatures.

    Applications & Uses

    Skin Care Applications

    Properties

    Physical Form
    Appearance
    Clear Liquid, free of suspended metal
    Specifications
    ValueUnitsTest Method / Conditions
    Molecular Weight76.05--
    Total Acid as Hydroxyacetic70-72%-
    Iron (as FE)max. 10ppm-
    Formaldehydemax. 0.5ppm-
    Heavy Metalsmax. 2ppm-
    Color, USPHas no more than matching fluid A--

    Packaging & Availability

    Packaging Type
    Pack Size

    562 LB Drums ( 55 Gallon ) and 55 LB Pails