Appearance
Clear colorless oily liquid
Function
It is an artificial chemical compound, commonly used as a food additive, for instance as a solvent in flavourings, and for its humectant function, with E number E1518. It has been considered as a possible source of food energy in artificial food regeneration systems on long space missions. It is believed to be safe to get over half of one's dietary energy from triacetin.
Synonyms
Triacetin FCC Kosher; Glyceryl Triacetate; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; Triacetate; Unitolate GTA; Triacetyl glycerine
Storage
Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Packages
- 250 ml. HDPE Bottle
- 500 ml. Glass Bottle
- 40 lb. Blue TH Pail
- 240 kg. Steel Drum
- 240 kg. Poly Drum
- 1 lb. Bulk
Industry
- Food & bev.
Product Class
- Solvents
- humectant
Other
- Origin: Synthetic
- Shelf life: 2 years from mfg. date
- Freight Classification: NMFC145100 S1 CL65
- Kosher Status: Not Kosher
- Flash Point: 138 øC (280 øF)
- Melting Point: -78 øC (-108 øF)
- API: NO
- Allergen: NO
- Hazmat: YES
- Molecular Weight: 218.21 g/mol