Appearance
Clear, colorless viscous liquid
Description
Glycerin is one of the most versatile and valuable chemical substances known to man. It possesses a unique combination of physical and chemical properties that are utilized in a myriad of products. Glycerin has over 1,500 known end uses, including many applications as an ingredient or processing aid in cosmetics, toiletries, personal care, drugs, and food products. In addition, glycerin is highly stable under typical storage conditions, compatible with many other chemical materials, virtually non-toxic and non-irritating in its varied uses, and has no known negative environmental effects. Glycerin is obtained from fats and oils during soap and fatty acid production and by transesterification.
Function
It is an ingredient of processing aid in cosmetics, toiletries, personal care, drugs, and food products. Its functions act as a denaturant, humectant, solvent, and perfuming.
Synonyms
Glycerine 99.8% USP Ultra 918; Glycerin; Glycerol; Glycerine; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; Glyceritol; Glycyl Alcohol; Trihydroxypropane; Propanetriol; Osmoglyn; 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane; Unisene 918U
Storage
Store in a cool, well ventilated area in sealed container. Store away from strong oxidizing agents or combustible material.
Packages
- 570 lb. Steel Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Pharmaceutical
Product Class
- Fatty acids
- oils
- solvents
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC 43940 SUB 2 CL 85
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 160oC(320oF) Closed Cup 177oC(350.6oF) Open Cup
- Melting Point: 20 øC
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 92.09 g/mol