Glycolic acid
Glycolic acid is a tyrosinase inhibitor that reduces melanin synthesis. This small molecule is widely used in dermatological research to study skin pigmentation mechanisms, both in vitro and in models of hyperpigmentation.
Product Specifications
CAS Number
79-14-1
Product Name Alternative
Endogenous Metabolite, Glycolic acid, EndogenousMetabolite, Inhibitor, inhibit, Tyrosinase
Field of Research
Metabolism Research, Pharmacology & Drug Discovery, Protein Biochemistry
Purity
97.36% (May vary between batches)
Solubility
10% DMSO+40% PEG300+5% Tween 80+45% Saline:2 mg/mL (26.3 mM) ; DMSO:50 mg/mL (657.46 mM)
Smiles
OCC (O) =O
Molecular Formula
C2H4O3
Molecular Weight
76.05
Storage Conditions
-20°C
Notes
For research use only.
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