Order number: 56-81-5
Part number: AC100064750
Glycerol is widely used in synthesis and formulation workflows as a versatile alcohol with the molecular formula C3H8O3 and a molecular weight of 92.09. It exhibits a Melting Point of 17.8 °C and a Boiling Point of 290.0 °C, where it decomposes. Handling should follow standard safety protocols for flammable liquids due to its low flashpoint. Glycerol is commonly employed in pharmaceutical manufacturing, food production, cosmetics, and various industrial processes.
| Name | Value | |
|---|---|---|
| WGK | : | 1 |
| EG-Nr. | : | 200-289-5 |
| CAS No. | : | 56-81-5 |
| Density (D) | : | 1,261 g/cm³ |
| Molar mass (M) | : | 92,09 g/mol |
| Empirical formula | : | C3H8O3 |
| Flash point (flp) | : | 199 °C |
| Boiling point (bp) | : | 290 °C |
| Melting point (mp) | : | 18,17 °C |
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