Glycerin

Description

• Chemical Name: Glycerin (also known as Glycerol)
• Chemical Formula: C3H8O3
• CAS Number: 56-81-5

Physical Properties

• Appearance: Colorless, odorless, viscous liquid
• Odor: Sweet, faint odor
• Boiling Point: 290 °C (554 °F)
• Melting Point: 17.8 °C (64 °F)
• Density: Approximately 1.261 g/cm³ at 20 °C
• Flash Point: 160 °C (320 °F)
• Vapor Pressure: Highly soluble in water, ethanol, and other polar solvents.

Applications

• Pharmaceuticals: Used as a humectant and solvent in various formulations.
• Food Industry: Acts as a sweetener, humectant, and preservative in food products.
• Cosmetics: Commonly used in skincare products for its moisturizing properties.
• Industrial Use: Utilized in the production of antifreeze, plastics, and explosives.