Glycerol

Product Name: Glycerol (Glycerine)

Chemical Formula: C₃H₈O₃

Key Features: Colorless, odorless, viscous liquid, hygroscopic, sweet taste, non-toxic, biodegradable, high boiling point.

Main Applications by Industry:

Personal Care & Cosmetics: As humectant, moisturizer, and skin protectant in lotions, creams, soaps, and toothpaste.

Pharmaceuticals: As solvent, sweetener, and excipient in cough syrups, suppositories, and wound care products.

Food & Beverage: As humectant, sweetener, and preservative in baked goods, confectionery, dairy products, and beverages.

Paints & Coatings: As leveling agent, anti-freeze additive, and to improve film flexibility in water-based paints.

Printing Inks: As humectant to prevent ink drying on printing rollers.

Polyurethane & Resins: As raw material for producing alkyd resins, epoxy resins, and polyurethane foams.

Tobacco Industry: As humectant to retain moisture in cigarettes and other tobacco products.

Textile Industry: As softening agent, lubricant, and anti-static agent for fibers and fabrics.

Paper Industry: As plasticizer and softening agent for specialty paper products.

Automotive & Antifreeze: As antifreeze and de-icing agent due to its low freezing point.

Handling & Safety:
Mild, non-irritating. Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents. Store in sealed containers to prevent moisture absorption. Spills are water-soluble and easily cleaned.