Glyoxylic acid monohydrate 98% CAS 563-96-2 is white crystalline solid (C₂H₂O₃·H₂O). It carries both aldehyde and carboxyl functional groups, widely used as fine chemical, cosmetic and pharmaceutical intermediate. It is different from anhydrous glyoxylic acid (CAS 298-12-4). TNJ Chemical is the leading manufacturer and exporter since from 2001. We guarantee high quality, competitive price, stable supply, fast delivery and tech support etc. To find more, please contact sales@tnjchem.com
Product Information
Chemical Name: Glyoxylic acid monohydrate
Synonyms: 2,2-Dihydroxyacetic acid, Oxoacetic acid monohydrate, Glyoxalic acid hydrate
CAS No.: 563-96-2
EINECS: 679-230-4
Molecular Formula: C₂H₄O₄ (C₂H₂O₃·H₂O)
Molecular Weight: 92.05
Grade: Fine chemical grade, cosmetic grade, synthesis grade
Chemphysical Properties
Appearance: White crystalline powder / crystal
Odour: Slight acidic odour
Melting Point: 48–52 °C
Solubility: Freely soluble in water, soluble in ethanol
Characteristic: Hygroscopic, easy to polymerize, corrosive
Quality Specification
| Item | Specification |
|---|---|
| Assay (Glyoxylic acid monohydrate) | 98.0% – 100.5% |
| Oxalic acid | ≤0.3% |
| Formic acid | ≤0.2% |
| Chloride (Cl⁻) | ≤0.05% |
| Heavy metal (Pb) | ≤10 ppm |
| Loss on drying | 18.5%~20.5% (theoretical water content) |
Use & Application
Intermediate for cosmetics, skin peeling & brightening raw materialPharmaceutical API synthesis intermediate
Raw material for allantoin, vanillin and agrochemicals
Organic synthesis, electroplating and metal surface treatment
Laboratory synthesis reagent
Packing
25kg fibre drum with PE inner bag; 1kg / 5kg aluminium bottle for lab trial order.
Delivery & Storage
Storage: Keep tightly sealed, cool dry warehouse.
Strictly prevent moisture absorption, separate from alkali and strong oxidants.
Transport: Corrosive solid, avoid moisture, collision and package breakage.
Shelf life: 12 months under proper sealed storage.
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