Safety Precautions for Diluting Glycolic Acid 70%

Regarding your concern about diluting Glycolic acid 70% and comparing its danger to concentrated sulfuric acid, the staff's previous reply is correct. Glycolic acid, as an Alpha Hydroxy Acid (AHA), is a type of fruit acid used primarily in cosmetics for exfoliation. It is not as severely corrosive or dangerous as strong mineral acids like concentrated sulfuric acid.

While concentrated Glycolic acid (like 70%) is acidic and requires careful handling, it will not cause the same kind of immediate, severe burns or instantly disintegrate clothing like concentrated sulfuric acid would. If concentrated Glycolic acid comes into contact with skin during dilution, it should be washed off with water. You might experience a stinging or irritating sensation, which is expected from concentrated AHA, but it is not the same level of tissue destruction caused by sulfuric acid.

For clothing, concentrated Glycolic acid might cause damage over time or with prolonged contact due to its acidity, but it won't instantly burn through fabric like concentrated sulfuric acid.

Recommended Safety Precautions when Diluting Glycolic Acid 70%:

Even though it's not as dangerous as sulfuric acid, it is still a concentrated acid. It is highly recommended to take standard laboratory safety precautions:

• Wear chemical-resistant gloves.
• Wear eye protection (safety goggles or a face shield).
• Work in a well-ventilated area.
• Handle with care to avoid spills.
• If contact occurs with skin or eyes, rinse immediately and thoroughly with water.

Products like Glycopure™ (Glycolic Acid (AHA) 100% Powder), Ampho-Glycolic™ (Non-Stinging Glycolic Acid Solution), and ActiveRelease™ Glycolic Acid (Timed-Release Glycolic Acid) are examples of Glycolic acid forms used in cosmetic formulations, highlighting its use in this context rather than as a highly corrosive industrial chemical.

In summary, while caution and proper safety gear are necessary when handling concentrated Glycolic acid due to its acidic nature, you do not need to worry about the extreme, rapidly destructive hazards associated with concentrated sulfuric acid.