- INCI Name:Thioglycolic Acid
- Functions:Hair Straightening Agent
- Benefit Claims:Ease of Styling
- Certifications & Compliance:REACH (Europe)
- Synonyms:2-mercaptoacetic acid, 2-thioglycolic acid, Acetyl Mercaptan, alpha-Mercaptoacetic Acid, Mercaptoacetic Acid, Sulfanylacetic Acid, TGA, Thiovanic Acid
Thioglycolic Acid 99% is used in cosmetics for permanent wave lotions. Because of the SH-group opens the sulfur bridges in the ceratine structure of the hair. It is used in leather industry and and for the production of stabilizers for PVC. Thioglycolic Acid 99% is an indicator of iron because it will become violet pink if there are traces of iron.