Name: Glycerol
Cas: 56-81-5
Purity: 99%
MOQ: 1KG
Directory Guidance on Glycerol
Chemical Structure
Basic Info
Glycerol is also called glycerol. It’s a sweet, colorless liquid that has no odor. Boiling point is 290, melting point is 17.9, and relative density is 1.2613. Anhydrous Glycerol is highly water-absorbent and infinitely miscible.
The blue color of glycerol copper can be seen when it reacts with copper hydroxide.
Glycerol’s hygroscopicity makes it a popular moisturizing and moisture-absorbing agent for cosmetics, leathers, tobaccos, foods, and textiles. Glycerol can also be used as a moisturizing agent and made into suppositories for constipation. Nitroglycerin ester can dilate the coronary artery, and be used for angina pectoris.
Alkyd resin is produced when glycerol reacts diacids. It’s widely used for paints and coatings. In nature, Glycerol occurs in many forms of esters. Hydrolysis can produce Glycerol and fatty acids if various animal and plant oils and fats contain carboxylic acid ester of Glycerol. Glycerol can be obtained from soap (oil hydrolysis in alkaline conditions) and petroleum cracking gas.
Function and effectiveness of glycerol. Glycerol softens stool and makes it easier to expel. It can also have a dehydrating effect. This compound injection, along with sodium ascorbate, is administered intravenously to reduce intraocular tension. External application has a hygroscopic action and softens tissues. Mainly used to treat constipation, generalized cerebral edema and glaucoma. Also, it is effective in treating winter cracking of the skin and peeling.
Product Introduction
Glycerol Chemical Properties |
Melting point | 20 °C(lit.) |
Boiling point | 290 °C |
density | 1.25 g/mL(lit.) |
vapor density | 3.1 (vs air) |
vapor pressure | <1 mm Hg ( 20 °C) |
refractive index | n20/D 1.474(lit.) |
FEMA | 2525 | GLYCEROL |
Fp | 320 °F |
storage temp. | Store at +5°C to +30°C. |
solubility | H2O: 5 M at 20 °C, clear, colorless |
pka | 14.15(at 25℃) |
form | Viscous Liquid |
color | APHA: ≤10 |
Specific Gravity | 1.265 (15/15℃)1.262 |
Odor | Odorless. |
PH | 5.5-8 (25℃, 5M in H2O) |
PH Range | 5.5 – 8 |
Densities | 1.061g/cm3 |
Melting point | 40 – 42 |
Boiling point | 960°C at 760 mmHg |
PH-value | 5.5-7.0 (100g/l, H2O, 20℃) |
item | value |
Place of Origin | China |
Shandong | |
Usage | Cosmetic Raw Materials, Detergent Raw Materials, Hair Care Chemicals, Oral Care Chemicals |
CAS No. | 56-81-5 |
Purity | 99% |
MF | C3H8O3 |
EINECS No. | 200-289-5 |
Brand Name | china lookchemical |
Apperance | Liquild |
Sample | Avaliable |
Package | 25kg/drum |
Color | Colourless |
Shelf life | 24 Months |
Storage | Dry Place |
Application | Cosmetics Raw Material Beauty |
DENSITY | 1.25 g/mL(lit.) |
Delivery | 1-3 Days |
Grade | Comestic Grade |
Product Packaging
Glycerol is a colorless, odorless, and viscous polyol compound with the chemical formula C3H ₈ O3. It has strong hygroscopicity and low toxicity, and is widely used in the industrial, pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food fields.
The main uses of Glycerol
1. Cosmetics and personal care products
Glycerol is a classic moisturizer widely used in skincare and personal care products, with functions including:
Moisturizing effect: Glycerol has strong hygroscopicity, which can absorb moisture from the air and help keep the skin moist.
Moisturizing and softening: can enhance the skin barrier and improve dry and rough skin conditions.
Hair care function: Glycerol can be used in shampoo and conditioner to help keep hair soft and moist.
Common products: moisturizing cream, lotion, facial mask, facial cleanser, hair conditioner, lipstick, etc.
2. Food industry
Glycerol is commonly used as an additive in the food industry for:
Moisturizing agents: prevent food from drying out and maintain its moisture, such as candies, baked goods, cakes, etc.
Sweetener: Glycerol has a slightly sweet taste and is often used as a low calorie sweetener.
Solvent and diluent: Glycerol is used for dissolving food additives, essence and spices.
Food antifreeze: Glycerol maintains the stability of food texture under low temperature conditions.
Food grade glycerin meets safety standards and is widely used in gummies, beverages, chocolates, and seasonings.
3. Pharmaceutical and Pharmaceutical Industry
Glycerol plays an important role in the pharmaceutical industry:
Pharmaceutical excipient: used in pharmaceutical preparations as a solvent, moisturizer, and softener.
Cough syrup: Glycerol, as the basic component of syrup, increases viscosity and relieves throat discomfort.
Ointment matrix: Glycerol is used in the preparation of ointments and suppositories to improve drug application and penetration effects.
Hypolaxatives: Glycerol suppositories have a laxative effect and are commonly used to treat constipation.
Eye drops and ear drops: act as solvents to maintain the stability and absorption of drugs.
4. Industrial use
Glycerol has a wide range of applications in the industrial field:
Production of resins and plastics: Glycerol is an important raw material for the production of alkyd resins and polyurethane resins.
Lubricants and antifreeze: Glycerol has lubricating and antifreeze properties and is used as a mechanical lubricant and automotive antifreeze.
Tobacco wetting agent: used in tobacco to prevent excessive drying and maintain moisture.
Coatings and inks: used as solvents and wetting agents in coatings and ink formulations.
Biodiesel production: Glycerol is a byproduct generated during the biodiesel production process, which can be used for reprocessing.
5. Textile and Leather Industry
Glycerol is used for lubrication and softening of textiles, improving the texture of the fabric.
Used as a softener in leather processing to increase the flexibility and glossiness of leather.
6. Agriculture and animal husbandry
Feed additive: Glycerol can be used as an energy supplement in feed to promote animal growth.
Pesticide solvent: used as a solvent or additive in pesticides and fertilizers to improve dispersibility and adsorption.
7. Other uses
Lubricant: Glycerol can be used as a lubricant for precision instruments, clocks, etc.
Antifreeze: Glycerol plays a role in preventing freezing in the cooling system.
Production of explosives: Glycerol is the basic raw material for manufacturing nitroglycerin (a component of explosives).
Electronic cigarette liquid: Glycerol is an important component of electronic cigarette liquid, used to generate steam.
Glycerol is widely used in cosmetics, food, medicine, industry, and other fields due to its moisturizing, dissolving, and lubricating properties. As a safe and mild ingredient, Glycerol is not only an important additive for daily skincare and food, but also plays a significant role in industrial production.
Related References
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Manufacturer of Glycerol
China Lookchemical is based in Shandong, serves the whole country, faces the world, and is determined to become an excellent supplier and service provider in the chemical industry.
As a top manufacturer of surfactant,cosmetic raw materials, disinfectants, flavors, and fragrances in China, we are committed to producing high-quality products and have won high praise from customers all over the world.
In the next 10 years or even longer, Lookchemical will always adhere to the tenet of quality first and reputation first, and devote itself to providing customers with thoughtful and perfect services.
As a professional Glycerol manufacturer, Look Chemical has served more than 6,000 customers around the world. Because of our high-quality products and professional services, we have won high praise from most of our customers.
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We will make samples before mass production. After the samples are approved by the department and users, we will start mass production. During the production process, we will carry out 100% inspection, and then carry out random inspection before packaging.
WHAT’S YOUR MOQ?
Our MOQ is 1kg. But usually we can also accept a smaller quantity, such as 100g, if you need it, provided that the sample fee is 100% paid.
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Different quantity has different discount.
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Company Info
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