Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Glycolic acid
- Product Code
- 124737
- Chemical Name
- Glycolic acid
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 79-14-1 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Sigma-Aldrich Chemie GmbH
manufacturer
Eschenstrasse 5, D-82024 TAUFKIRCHEN
+49 (0)89 6513-1130
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC Deutschland
0800 181 7059
CHEMTREC weltweit
+49 (0)696 43508409
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS07
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Glycolic acid EC: 201-180-5 | 79-14-1 | 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Move to fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
Rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
Make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Immediately call in physician or ophthalmologist.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Combustible. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating.
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Firefighter Protection
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up dry. Clean up affected area.
Related Products
Similar products with comparable safety profiles
Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture.
Tightly closed. Dry.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 741 Dermatril® L
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Tightly fitting safety goggles
required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P2. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.
Acid-resistant protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. A range from approx. 15 Kelvin below the flash point is to be rated as critical. The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.
Violent reactions possible with: Oxidizing agents, Reducing agents, Bases, Cyanides, Sulfides
Strong heating.
Gives off hydrogen by reaction with metals.
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
12.1 Toxicity
12.2 Persistence and degradability
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
12.4 Mobility in soil
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
The substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.7 Other adverse effects
May be harmful to aquatic organisms due to the shift of the pH.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or contact us there if you have further questions.
See www.retrologistik.com for processes regarding the return of chemicals and containers, or contact us there if you have further questions.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 3261
- Shipping Name
- CORROSIVE SOLID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (Glycolic acid)
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Glycolic acid?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Glycolic acid?
Glycolic acid is a crystalline with colorless color. It has no data available odor.
What is the solubility of Glycolic acid?
Methanol > 1,402 g/l at 22 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105
What is Glycolic acid used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Glycolic acid?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H332: Harmful if inhaled.
What is the melting point of Glycolic acid?
The melting point is 75 - 80 °C and the boiling point is 169 °C at 998 hPa - OECD Test Guideline 103.