Uses of Glycerol (Glycerin) — Applications Guide

What is Glycerol (Glycerin)?

Glycerol (Glycerin) (CAS 56-81-5) is a specialty chemical with molecular formula C₃H₈O₃ and molecular weight 92.09 g/mol. Available in 99.5% Pharma/99% Technical/80% grades. Manufactured by Green Vision Technical Services, Nashik.

Applications & Uses

• Pharmaceutical excipient and humectant
• Cosmetic moisturizer
• Food additive (E422)
• Soap manufacturing
• Explosives (nitroglycerin precursor)
• Tobacco humectant

Industries Using Glycerol (Glycerin)

Physical Properties

Appearance	Colourless odourless viscous liquid, sweet taste
Boiling Point	290°C
Flash Point	160°C
Solubility	Miscible with water