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CAS Number
56-81-5 -
Linear Formula
HOCH2CH(OH)CH2OH -
Molecular Weight
92.09 -
FEMA Number
N/A -
PubChem Substance ID
24895216
Description
General description
Glycerol is odourless, colorless, viscous in nature, and exists as a sweet tasting liquid. It can be derived naturally as well as from petrochemical feedstock. Glycerol has a wide variety of applications, and is one of the most valuable and versatile chemical substances in nature. It can be used as an emollient, solvent, sweetening agent, in pharmaceutical formulations, cosmetics, foodstuffs and toiletries. It is very stable and can be easily stored under normal temperature; also it is non-irritating and has no adverse impact to the environment.
Note: These chemicals are meant to be used for research, industrial work, cleaning or disinfecting.
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Packaging
Fiber Box ,4 - Poly Gallon Bottles
Other Notes
This product is for further commercial manufacturing, laboratory or research use, and may be used as an excipient or a process solvent for pharmaceutical purposes. It is not intended for use as an active ingredient in drug manufacturing nor as a medical device or disinfectant. Appropriate/legal use of this product is the responsibility of the user.
Properties
Synonyms | 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glycerin |
Grade | MB USP/NF |
Assay | 99.0-101.0% |
Form | Liquid |
Density | 1.26 g/mL at 25 °C (lit.) |
Flash Point | 51.8 °F |
Boiling Point | 359.6 °F |
Vapor pressure | <1 .33 hPa at 20 °C (68 °F) |
Apperance | Clear , Colorless liquid |
Color (APHA) | N/A |
Residue after Evaporation | N/A |
Water | N/A |