Glycerol acts as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener, and is used in medical, pharmaceutical, and personal care formulations.
Technical specifications:
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CAS number: 7757-82-6.
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Molecular formula: C₃H₈O₃.
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Molecular weight: 92.09 g/mol.
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Appearance: Colorless liquid.
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Odor: Odorless.
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Density: 1.261 g/cm³.
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Freezing point: 17.8°C.
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Boiling point: 290°C.
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Solubility in water: Fully miscible.
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Vapor pressure: < 1 mmHg.
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Viscosity: 1.412 Pa.s.
Applications:
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Glycerol serves as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener.
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It is used in medical, pharmaceutical, and personal care formulations, often as a medium to enhance smoothness, provide lubrication, and act as a moisturizing agent.
Storage and usage:
It is widely used in laboratories, research centers, production facilities, and factories.
