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GLYCERIN (E422) – Technical Specifications
| Property | Description / Range |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Propan-1,2,3-triol / Glycerol |
| CAS Number | 56-81-5 |
| Chemical Formula | C₃H₈O₃ |
| Molecular Weight | 92.09 g/mol |
| Physical Form | Colorless, odorless, viscous liquid |
| Density | ~1.26 g/cm³ |
| Boiling Point | ~290 °C |
| Freezing Point | ~−38 °C |
| pH (5% solution) | 5.5 – 7.0 |
| Solubility | Fully miscible with water |
| Purity Grades | 85% – 99% (Pharma, Cosmetic, Technical Grade) |
Functional Benefits
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✅ Hygroscopic: Retains moisture in food, cosmetics, and pharmaceutical products
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✅ Sweetener: Provides mild sweetness, usable as a sugar substitute
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✅ Skin softener: Acts as a humectant in creams, lotions, and personal care items
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✅ Solvent and carrier: Facilitates dissolution of vitamins, flavors, and actives
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✅ Stabilizer: Enhances viscosity and texture in emulsions and gels
Application Areas
| Sector | Typical Uses |
|---|---|
| Food | Confectionery, beverages, sweetener blends |
| Cosmetics | Creams, lotions, shampoos, soaps |
| Pharmaceuticals | Syrups, suppositories, topical formulations |
| Textile | Moisture retention, softening agents |
| Chemical | Reaction intermediate, biodiesel production |
Alias-Free Naming (ERP Compatible)
| Common Names | Notes |
|---|---|
| Glycerin / Glycerol | International standard names |
| Glycyl Alcohol / Propanetriol | Alternative chemical identifiers |
| Synthetic / Vegetable Glycerin | Source-based classification |
| Gliserin / Gliserol | Turkish equivalents for bilingual use |
