Description

Propane-1,2,3-Triol CAS NO 8013-25-0 is a fundamental polyol compound, widely recognized by its common name glycerol. It serves as a critical building block and versatile intermediate in numerous industrial synthesis processes. Its trifunctional hydroxyl structure provides excellent humectancy, solvent properties, and reactivity, making it indispensable for manufacturers. Key industries that rely on this chemical include pharmaceuticals, personal care, food additives, and polymer production.

Application

• Pharmaceutical Excipient: Used as a solvent, humectant, and plasticizer in syrups, elixirs, creams, and capsules.
• Personal Care & Cosmetics: A key moisturizing agent in lotions, creams, soaps, toothpaste, and hair care products for its hygroscopic properties.
• Food & Beverage Industry: Employed as a humectant, solvent, and sweetener in food products, beverages, and as a processing aid.
• Polymer & Resin Production: A vital monomer in the synthesis of alkyd resins, polyurethanes, and plasticizers.
• Chemical Intermediate: Used in the manufacture of explosives (nitroglycerin), esters, and other specialty chemicals.
• Industrial Antifreeze & Deicing Fluids: Utilized in non-toxic antifreeze formulations for food processing and sensitive applications.
• Tobacco Industry: Acts as a humectant to control moisture content in tobacco products.
• Laboratory & Research: Serves as a reagent and a component in various biochemical and diagnostic applications.

Basic Information

Product Name	Propane-1,2,3-Triol
CAS No.	8013-25-0
Molecular Formula	C3H8O3
Molecular Weight	92.09 g/mol
Synonyms	Glycerol; Glycerin; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; Glyceritol; Glycyl alcohol; Trihydroxypropane; Vegetable Glycerin; Glycerine; BP/USP Glycerin; Pharmaceutical Grade Glycerin
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Quality Control

Our Propane-1,2,3-Triol is produced and tested under a stringent quality management system to ensure batch-to-batch consistency and reliability. We can supply grades compliant with various pharmacopeial standards, including USP, BP, Ph. Eur., and FCC, depending on customer requirements. Each batch is accompanied by a comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (COA) detailing purity, identity, and impurity profiles. Our quality commitment ensures the product meets the rigorous demands of pharmaceutical, food, and industrial applications.

Storage

Preserve in a tightly closed container, protected from light. Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated area at room temperature (15-25°C). This product is hygroscopic (moisture-sensitive); ensure containers are sealed immediately after use to prevent absorption of atmospheric moisture. Keep away from strong oxidizing agents and heat sources.

Specification

Item	Specification
Appearance	Colorless, clear, syrupy liquid
Identification (IR)	Conforms
Assay (Glycerol Content)	≥ 98.0%
Specific Gravity (25°C)	1.260 - 1.265
Refractive Index (20°C)	1.470 - 1.475
Water Content	≤ 2.0%
Residue on Ignition	≤ 0.01%
Chloride	≤ 10 ppm
Sulfate	≤ 20 ppm
Heavy Metals (as Pb)	≤ 5 ppm

Note: Specifications can be tailored. Please contact us for the detailed technical data sheet of a specific grade.