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Glycerin
A byproduct of soap manufacture, widely used for pharmaceutical formulations, it is soluble in water and alcohol.
| Synonym: | Glycerol, propane-1,2,3-triol, glyceritol
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| Chemical Formula: | C3H5(OH)3 |
| Appearance: | Colorless liquid
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| Application: | -As an anti drying agent in watercolor paint industry
-As a preservative substance in tobacco industry
-As a bonding agent in cosmetic industry
-Pharmaceutical, food, perfumery industry
-Used as lubricant and softener in mechanical work
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| Physical Properties: | Odorless, viscous
MP 18 oC
BP 290 oC
SG 1.262
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| Item | Result |
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| C3H5(OH)3(%) | 98
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| Cl (%) | 0.01
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| Ash (%) | 0.01
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| As (%) | 0.0002
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| Pb (%) | 0.0005 |