natriumglykolaatti

Natriumglykolaatti, also known as sodium glycolate, is the sodium salt of glycolic acid (hydroxyacetic acid). In chemical terms its formula is NaC2H3O3. The compound forms a mildly basic solution in water because the glycolate anion is the conjugate base of a weak acid.

Natriumglykolaatti is a white to off-white crystalline solid that dissolves readily in water. It is generally stable under normal storage conditions and is compatible with many formulation ingredients. In aqueous solution it tends to yield a mildly alkaline pH.

Production of natriumglykolaatti typically involves neutralizing glycolic acid with sodium hydroxide. It can also be prepared by reacting glycolate-containing feeds with sodium bases. The resulting product is used as a water-soluble salt in various applications.

Applications for natriumglykolaatti include use as a buffering agent and pH adjuster in chemical and cosmetic formulations. It can serve as a source of glycolate for organic synthesis and as an intermediate in the production of other glycolate derivatives. In industrial contexts it may be employed in textile and paper processing where pH control is required, and as a stabilizer or humectant in certain products.

Safety and handling: sodium glycolate is generally of low acute toxicity but can cause irritation to skin and eyes on contact. Standard safety practices should be followed, including the use of appropriate personal protective equipment and compatibility checks with other formulation ingredients.