Glyoxylic Acid
Properties:
Glyoxylic acid is both an aldehyde and a carboxylic acid. It is supplied as an aqueous solution. Glyoxylic acid is a transparent light yellow liquid. It is mainly produced by either electrolyzing oxalic acid or oxidizing glyoxal.
CAS No.:
298-12-4
Molecular Formula:
C2H2O3
Molecular Weight:
74.04
Structure Formula:
Specifications:
| Item | Index | |
|---|---|---|
| Appearance | Transparent light yellow liquid | |
| Glyoxylic acid | 40.0% Min. | 50.0% Min. |
| Glyoxal | 1.0% Max. | |
| Nitric acid | 0.2% Max. | |
| Oxalic acid | 2.0% Max. | 1.0% Max. |
Uses:
Glyoxylic acid is the raw material for vanillin production in the flavor industry. It is also the intermediate for pharmaceuticals, including atenolol, D-Hydroxybenzeneglycin, broad-spectrum antibiotic amoxicillin (orally taken), acetophenone, etc.
As a specialty chemical and biodegradable copolymer feedstock, glyoxylic acid is a cleaning agent for various industrial applications. Besides, glyoxylic acid is also used in dyes, plastics, and agricultural chemicals.
Packing and Storage:
200L plastic pail. Stored in a cool, dry, and draughty place.
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