Glycolic acid ethoxylate lauryl ether is a chemical substance that is used as an additive in detergents, shampoos, and other cleaning products. It is a mixture of glycolic acid and lauryl alcohol that has been ethoxylated. This compound has a molecular weight of approximately 500 Da and is hydrophilic. Glycolic acid ethoxylate lauryl ether has a number of biological functions, including the transfer of particles between cells, which can be seen using chromatographic methods. This compound also binds to fatty acids on the cell membrane. Glycolic acid ethoxylate lauryl ether is used in chromatography experiments to separate molecules based on their hydrophilic interactions with water or urine samples. The structural biology of this compound has not yet been fully determined, but it may be similar to other glycols because it contains a carboxylic group.
Storage and Stability:May be stored at RT for short-term only. Long-term storage is recommended at 4°C. For maximum recovery of product, centrifuge the original vial prior to removing the cap.
