Description

Glyoxylic Acid is a versatile bifunctional organic compound containing both aldehyde and carboxylic acid groups, making it a highly reactive and valuable chemical intermediate. Its unique structure enables it to participate in a wide range of synthesis pathways, including condensations and oxidations, which are critical for producing high-value fine chemicals. This product is essential for manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, fragrance, and polymer industries seeking efficient and reliable raw materials for complex synthesis.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Intermediates: Key starting material in the synthesis of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), including allantoin, vanillin, and various antibiotics.
• Agrochemical Synthesis: Used in the production of herbicides, pesticides, and plant growth regulators.
• Fragrance and Flavor Industry: Crucial for manufacturing aroma chemicals such as vanillin and heliotropin.
• Cosmetic Ingredients: Serves as a precursor for allantoin, a widely used skin conditioning and soothing agent.
• Polymer and Resin Modifiers: Employed in cross-linking reactions and as a component in specialty polymers and coatings.
• Organic Synthesis: A versatile building block for synthesizing heterocyclic compounds, amino acids, and other fine chemicals.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glyoxylic Acid
CAS No.	298-12-4
Molecular Formula	C₂H₂O₃
Molecular Weight	74.04 g/mol
Synonyms	Formylformic Acid; Oxoacetic Acid; Glyoxalic Acid; Oxoethanoic Acid; Aldehydoformic Acid; α-Ketoacetic Acid; Glyoxylic Acid Monohydrate (common form)
EINECS	206-058-5

Quality Control

Our Glyoxylic Acid is manufactured under a strict quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We provide comprehensive quality documentation, including detailed Certificates of Analysis (COA) for each lot, which verify critical parameters such as purity, assay, and impurity profiles. Our production adheres to cGMP principles where applicable, and we support our global clients with regulatory documentation needs for REACH, FDA, and other international compliance standards.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). The product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive) and should be kept under an inert atmosphere if possible to prevent oxidation and degradation. Keep away from strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, and reducing agents.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid or crystalline solid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Glyoxylic Acid)	Min. 98.0%
Glyoxal	Max. 1.0%
Oxalic Acid	Max. 0.5%
Water Content (KF)	To be specified per grade
pH (of aqueous solution)	To be specified

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.