Product Overview

Glycerin USP Grade (C3H8O3), also known as glycerol, is a pharmaceutical-grade polyol compound meeting United States Pharmacopeia specifications. This clear, viscous liquid demonstrates hygroscopic properties and complete water miscibility. Our USP-grade glycerin maintains minimum 99.5% purity with strictly controlled levels of identified impurities, adhering to current USP monograph specifications for pharmaceutical and regulated applications.

Key Properties

• Chemical Formula: C3H8O3
• Boiling Point: 290°C at 760 mmHg
• Specific Gravity: 1.26 at 20°C
• Flash Point: 177°C (closed cup method)
• Vapor Pressure: <0.001 mmHg at 20°C
• Water Solubility: Completely miscible
• Appearance: Clear, colorless, viscous liquid; odorless

Common Applications

• Pharmaceutical Formulations: Essential excipient in oral medications, topical preparations, and injectable solutions, providing solubilizing and stabilizing properties
• Medical Device Manufacturing: Key component in medical device lubricants and cooling fluids, ensuring biocompatibility and performance
• Personal Care Products: Primary humectant in regulated skincare and oral care formulations, delivering moisture retention and product stability
• Food Manufacturing: Humectant and carrier in food products, meeting USP standards for food-grade applications
• Laboratory Applications: Reference standard and analytical reagent for pharmaceutical quality control procedures

Safety Precautions

Handling requires standard laboratory safety measures including chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or natural rubber), safety glasses with side shields, and appropriate protective clothing. Storage requires sealed USP-grade containers in cool, dry areas protected from excessive heat and moisture. While glycerin presents low hazard potential, good industrial hygiene practices should be maintained. Workplace cleanliness standards require clean, designated handling areas with proper ventilation.

Benefits

Our USP-grade glycerin provides documented batch uniformity with comprehensive Certificate of Analysis (CoA) reporting. Each lot undergoes full USP monograph testing to verify compliance with pharmaceutical standards. The product maintains excellent stability under recommended storage conditions and demonstrates consistent performance in regulated applications. Regular identity, purity, and impurity profile testing ensures reliable quality for pharmaceutical and regulated manufacturing processes.