Glyoxylic acid CAS 298-12-4

CAS: 298-12-4
Molecular formula: C2H2O3
Molecular weight: 74.04
EINECS: 206-058-5

Synonym: alpha-ketoaceticacid;ACETIC ACID, OXO-;GA;GLYOXALIC ACID;GLYOXYLIC ACID;oxo-aceticaci;oxo-acetic acid;Glyoxylic acid, 50 wt.% solution in H2O

What is Glyoxylic acid CAS 298-12-4?

Glyoxylic acid CAS 298-12-4, also known as formyl formic acid, hydrated glyoxylic acid, or oxyacetic acid, with chemical formula C2H203, is the simplest aldehyde acid found in immature fruits, tender green leaves, and sugar beets. In its most common form, glyoxylic acid 50% solution appears as a clear or slightly yellow liquid with mild acidity.It serves as an intermediate in the production of fine chemicals, perfumes, and cosmetic formulations.

Glyoxylic acid is a highly versatile organic compound widely used in various industries, from cosmetics to pharmaceuticals and chemical synthesis.This compound has both aldehyde and carboxylic acid functional groups, giving it excellent reactivity in oxidation-reduction and condensation reactions, which makes it an important raw material in organic synthesis.

Especificación

Elemento	Industrial grade C	Industrial grade B	Industrial grade A	Cosmetic grade C	Cosmetic grade B	Cosmetic grade A	Special Grade A
Ensayo	≥50%	≥50%	≥50%	≥50%	≥50%	≥50%	≥50%
Glioxal	≤1.0%	El ≤0.5%	≤0.25%	No se detecta	No se detecta	No se detecta	No se detecta
Ácido nítrico	El ≤0.2%	El ≤0.2%	El ≤0.2%	No se detecta	No se detecta	No se detecta	No se detecta
El ácido oxálico	≤1.0%	El ≤0.5%	≤0.25%	≤1.0%	El ≤0.5%	≤0.25%	≤0.25%
Chroma	According to customer needs						≤100#
Hierro	According to customer needs						≤20 ppm
Heavy metal	According to customer needs						≤10ppm

1.Glyoxylic acid CAS 298-12-4 is used as a raw material for the production of methyl vanillin and ethyl vanillin in the perfume industry.

2.In the pharmaceutical industry, glyoxylic acid with CAS 298-12-4 is used as an intermediate in the synthesis of antihypertensive drugs atenolol, DL-p-hydroxyphenylglycine, broad-spectrum antibiotics (oral), acetophenone, amino acids, etc.

3.Glyoxylic acid with CAS 298-12-4 can be used as raw material for varnishes, dyes, intermediates for plastics and agricultural chemicals.

4.Glyoxylic acid with CAS 298-12-4 can also be used in the production of allantoin, which is an anti-ulcer pharmaceutical product and an intermediate of daily chemicals.

5.Glyoxylic Acid for Hair and Cosmetics

One of the fastest-growing applications of glyoxylic acid is in the cosmetic industry, especially glyoxylic acid for hair smoothing and straightening treatments.

It acts as a safer alternative to formaldehyde in hair straightening formulations.
In glyoxylic acid in hair products, it helps rearrange hair bonds, reducing curls and frizz while maintaining shine.
It is often used in professional salon formulations due to its high performance and lower irritation potential.

6. Pharmaceutical and Agrochemical Applications

As a building block for amino acids and other fine chemicals, glyoxylic acid solution is used in pharmaceutical synthesis and agrochemical intermediates. Its high reactivity allows for controlled chemical modifications in various reactions.

Glyoxylic acid CAS 298-12-4-application

Glyoxylic Acid 50% Solution

The glyoxylic acid 50% aqueous solution is the most commonly available commercial grade. It offers easy handling and compatibility with many organic and inorganic compounds. The 50% solution balances stability and reactivity, making it ideal for large-scale industrial and cosmetic applications.

Why Choose Us as Your Glyoxylic Acid Supplier?

As one of the professional glyoxylic acid suppliers, we provide:

We produce glyoxylic acid solution with a purity of 50%min and solid with a purity of 98%min. Customers can choose according to their needs and production processes.If the customer has requirements for the purity of glyoxylic acid solution, we can also customize different purities for the customer, such as 40%min.
The color number of glyoxylic acid liquid can be controlled. According to different customer needs (cosmetic additives, hair straightening formulas, aromatic components, etc.), the color number can be selected below 50, below 100, and below 300
Both glyoxylic acid solution and solid do not contain glyoxal. Many customers for hair straightening and hair care applications specifically require this spec.Because Glyoxal is actually considered an impurity, its presence can have a significant impact on product quality and color.UNILONG’s products have received unanimous praise from customers.
Customization:
Product packaging can be customized according to customer requirements-25kg/drum,50kg/drum,250kg/drum,1250kg/IBC drum,ISO TANK…
labels:Customize individual labels for customers
We have experienced freight forwarders who can deliver our Glyoxylic acid to you timely and safely. We have clients in many regions such as South American regions such as Brazil, the Middle East, and Southeast Asia.
Stable quality with strict control of impurities such as oxalic and formic acid.
Custom concentration options from 30% to 50% according to your production needs.
Competitive glyoxylic acid price due to large-scale manufacturing capacity.
Technical support for cosmetic, pharmaceutical, and chemical applications.