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Glycolic Acid Technical Grade, 70% Solution
Glycolic acid technical grade from PureTech Scientific, previously manufactured by Chemours, is the only domestically produced hydroxyacetic acid. It is supplied in a 70% chloride-free solution resulting in low corrosivity, making it ideal for a versatile range of cleaning and industrial applications.
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- Manufacturer: PureTech Scientific
- Product Line: PureTech Scientific Glycolic Acid
- Product: Glycolic Acid
- Industries: Adhesives | Building & Construction | Care Chemicals | Energy | Inks | Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul | Metal Processing & Fabrication | Transportation | Water Treatment
- Authorized Countries: Canada | Mexico | United States
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Overview
PureTech Scientific glycolic acid is an alpha-hydroxy organic acid with a low molecular weight. It features the smallest molecule of the alpha-hydroxycarboxylic acids family, which provides excellent penetration and deeper cleaning when used in cleaning and descaling products.
Glycolic acid is an outstanding choice for a broad range of cleaning applications due to its dual functional groups, hydroxyl (OH) and carboxyl (COOH). The dual functionality enables exceptional cleaning performance for mineral and hard water scales. It also exhibits superior metal-chelation efficacy combined with low corrosivity, making it an ideal choice for metal cleaning applications.
Glycolic acid from PureTech Scientific is also available in high-purity cosmetic grades and high-purity industrial grades depending on the end-use industry and application needs.
Specifications
CAS number: 79-14-1
Appearance: Clear, light amber liquid
Total acid , as glycolic (% wt): 71.0 ± 1.0
Formic acid (% wt): <1
Sulfates, as SO4 (ppm): ≤800
Color, Gardner: ≤3
Turbidity (NTU): ≤6
pH, at 25 °C (77 °F): 0.1
Filterable solids: None
Density at 15.6 °C (60 °F), g/mL: 1.27
7-day biodegradability, %: 89.6
High water solubility: –19°C (–2°F) for 50%; 10°C
(50°F) for 70%
Primary Chemistry: Glycolic acid, 2-Hydroxyacetic acid
Features & Benefits
Made in the USA
NSF/ANSI Standard 60 certified
Excellent and deeper penetration due to the small molecule size
Chloride-free (non-MCA production method)
Low corrosivity compared to import glycolic acids
Readily biodegradable, 90% in 7 days
No VOC and negligible odor
Safer and low corrosion alternative to mineral and organic acids
Can be blended with other organic acids for improved cleaning performance
Low molecular weight for deeper cleaning and improved penetration
Effective pH adjuster
Excellent solubility in hard water
USDA approved for use in non-food contact applications
Excellent rinsability and minimal residue
Versatile formulation compatibility
Readily dilutable at all concentrations
Nonflammable and environmentally friendly
Problems Solved
High toxicity of inorganic aid
Corrosion damage by cleaning acids
Poor penetration and scales removal
Supply chain issues of imported glycolic acid
Strong odors and high VOC of organic and inorganic acids
Glycolic acid high chloride content
Handling and storage difficulties of acids
Difficult to rinse acids
Applications
Cleaning Applications:
- Hard surface and all-purpose cleaners
- Kitchen and bathroom cleaners
- Concrete cleaners and removers
- Masonry surface cleaners
- Metal cleaners and rust removers
- Industrial water cleaners and descalers
- Boiler system cleaners and descalers
- Water well descalers and well flow stimulation
- Dairy and food equipment cleaners
Industrial applications:
- Printing inks and inkjet for bleed control
- Textile dyes and finishes
- Leather and taxidermy acid treatment, pickling, and dye fixation
- Printed circuit board (PCB) fluxes and electronic cleaners
- Oil and gas drilling, fracturing, and general descaling and unclogging applications
- Electropolishing solutions
- Manufacturing of glycolates and polyglycolic chemicals
Related Applications
Adhesives
Building & Construction
- Asphalt Mold Release
- Asphalt Shingles
- Caulks and Sealants
- Concrete Cleaners
- Concrete Dissolvers
- Fiberglass Manufacturing
- Roof Membranes
- Automotive Cleaner
- Bathroom Scum Remover
- Biocides and Pesticides
- Carburetor Cleaner
- Carpet Cleaner
- Circuit Board Cleaner
- Cleaning Stereolithography Parts
- Countertop Cleaner
- Descaler
- Detergent
- Dish Wash, Soap
- Dishwashing Detergent
- Electronic Photo Resist Cleaner
- Fiberglass Resin Cleaner
- Granite Cleaner
- Grill and Oven Cleaner
- Hand Cleaner
- Hard Surface Cleaner
- Ink Cleaner
- Laundry Detergent
- Laundry Sour
- Marker Removal
- Metal Cleaning
- Oven Degreaser
- Paint Stripper
- Polymer Resin Cleanup
- Rust Removal
- Shower Cleaner
- Stain Remover
- Structural Adhesives Cleanup
- Tile Cleaner
- Toilet Bowl Cleaner
- Wax Remover
Related CAS Numbers
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Related Chemistries
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Related End Markets
Energy
Maintenance, Repair, Overhaul
Metal Processing & Fabrication
Transportation
Related Functions
Adhesives
Building & Construction
Care Chemicals
Inks
Metal Processing & Fabrication
Related Substrates
Metal Processing & Fabrication
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