- CCarbon × 3
- HHydrogen × 8
- OOxygen × 3
Overview
Glycerine, or glycerol, is a natural humectant: it draws moisture in and holds it there. That property makes it essential in skin care, toothpaste, pharmaceutical syrups and soft foods.
Our refined glycerine is 99.5% pure, meets USP requirements and is plant-derived. Each batch ships with a Certificate of Analysis.
Typical properties
Batch-specific results are shown on the Certificate of Analysis supplied with every delivery.
| Chemical formula | C3H8O3 |
|---|---|
| CAS number | 56-81-5 |
| Grade | USP pharmaceutical grade |
| Purity or strength | ≥ 99.5% |
| Appearance | Clear, colourless, odourless and viscous liquid |
| Molecular weight | 92.09 g/mol |
| Density | 1.26 g/cm³ at 20 °C |
| Hazard class | Not classified as dangerous for transport |
| Minimum order | 1 jerrycan (25 kg) |
Where Refined Glycerine USP is used
Not sure it fits your process? Our technical team will advise on grade and dosing.
- 01Soaps, lotions and toothpaste
- 02Pharmaceutical syrups
- 03Food humectant (E422)
- 04Antifreeze and industrial fluids
Delivered the way you need it
Pack sizes
- 25 kg jerrycan
- 250 kg drum
- 1,250 kg IBC
Storage
Store in closed containers at room temperature, as glycerine absorbs moisture from the air.
Transport and safety
Not classified as dangerous for transport. Handle with care and follow the Safety Data Sheet.
Paperwork, ready before the delivery
Request any document and we will email it, usually the same business day.
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