Chemical Formula: C?H?O?
Molecular Weight: 92.09 g/mol
Description:
Glycerine, also known as Glycerol, is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid with a sweet taste. It is hygroscopic and miscible with water and alcohol in all proportions. Glycerine is a vital chemical used across various industries due to its excellent moisturizing, lubricating, and solvent properties. It is derived from natural fats and oils or through synthetic processes.
Applications:
Pharmaceutical & Cosmetic Industry: Used as a humectant, emollient, and solvent in creams, lotions, toothpaste, and medicines.
Food Industry: Functions as a sweetener, preservative, and moisturizing agent in food and beverages.
Tobacco Industry: Maintains moisture content in tobacco products.
Textile & Paper Industry: Acts as a lubricant and softener.
Chemical Industry: Intermediate for producing nitroglycerin, alkyd resins, and plasticizers.
Automotive & Industrial: Used in antifreeze formulations and lubricants.
Key Properties:
| Property | Description |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colorless, viscous liquid |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Purity (Assay) | ≥ 99.5% |
| Boiling Point | ~290°C |
| Flash Point | ~160°C (Closed Cup) |
| Density (@25°C) | ~1.26 g/cm³ |
| Solubility | Miscible with water and alcohol; insoluble in ether |
| pH (1% solution) | ~7.0 |
| Grade | USP / BP / Industrial / Refined |
| Packaging | 250 kg HDPE drums / bulk tankers / IBC containers |
| Storage | Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area. Protect from moisture and contamination. |