Description

Glycolic Anhydride Diacetate is a versatile chemical intermediate with the CAS registry number 25769-61-3. This compound is valued for its bifunctional reactivity, serving as a key building block in the synthesis of complex molecules. It is primarily sought after by manufacturers in the pharmaceutical, agrochemical, and specialty polymer industries for the production of active ingredients, fine chemicals, and functional materials.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Synthesis: A crucial intermediate in the production of active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs), particularly for compounds requiring glycolic acid or acetate ester functionalities.
• Agrochemical Manufacturing: Used in the synthesis of advanced herbicides, fungicides, and plant growth regulators.
• Polymer & Resin Production: Acts as a monomer or cross-linking agent in the creation of specialty polyesters, coatings, and adhesives with tailored properties.
• Fine Chemical & Dye Intermediates: Serves as a precursor in the synthesis of complex organic compounds, including dyes, pigments, and flavor/fragrance molecules.
• Bioconjugation & Linker Chemistry: Utilized in biochemical research and diagnostic reagent development for attaching molecules via its reactive anhydride and ester groups.
• Cosmetic Ingredient Synthesis: Employed in the controlled production of glycolic acid derivatives and esters used in skincare formulations.

Basic Information

Product Name	Glycolic Anhydride Diacetate
CAS No.	25769-61-3
Molecular Formula	C6H8O5
Molecular Weight	160.12 g/mol
Synonyms	Acetic Acid, 2-(Acetyloxy)-, Anhydride with Acetic Acid; 2-(Acetyloxy)acetic Acid Acetic Anhydride; Glycolic Acid Anhydride Diacetate; Diacetyl Glycolic Anhydride; Acetoxyacetic Acid Acetic Anhydride; 2-Acetoxyacetic Acid Acetic Anhydride; (Acetoxy)acetic Acid Acetic Anhydride
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Quality Control

Our Glycolic Anhydride Diacetate is manufactured under strict quality management systems. Every batch undergoes rigorous analytical testing to ensure high purity and consistency, meeting the stringent requirements of our industrial and research partners. A comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles is provided with each shipment to guarantee supply reliability and product traceability.

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). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are kept tightly sealed to prevent degradation from atmospheric moisture.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (HPLC)	≥ 98.0%
Water Content (KF)	≤ 0.5%
Related Substances (HPLC)	Total impurities ≤ 2.0%

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