Pyruvic acid

Pyruvic acid (CAS 127-17-3), also known by its FEMA 2970 designation, is a short-chain alpha-keto acid.

Where is Pyruvic acid used?

• Pharmaceutical manufacturing: building block for synthesizing amino acids and vitamins
• Active pharmaceutical ingredients: keto-acid scaffold for metabolic relevance
• Food and beverage: flavoring agent with subtle acidic and fruity notes
• Cosmetics: chemical exfoliant in peeling formulations
• Specialty organic synthesis: catalyst precursor and reagent
• Its reactivity with skin proteins enables controlled surface renewal at lower concentrations than traditional alpha-hydroxy acids.

Good to know: Not to be confused with alpha-hydroxy acids; surface renewal occurs at lower concentrations.

Commercial specifications

• Typically 98% and above
• Packaging from small laboratory quantities to bulk drums