0 an organic acid (= one containing carbon) that contains a carboxyl group, for example acetic acid or formic acid:
The group CO, in organic compounds, is found in aldehydes, ketones, carboxylic acids, esters, and amides.
Ion exchange analysis shows that 40% of glucose is converted into short-chain carboxylic acids.
In organic acids such as carboxylic acids only some of the hydrogen atoms are capable of forming ions.
Avoid skin care preparations containing humectants such as glycerin, glycol, sodium pyrrolidone, propylene or carboxylic acid.
