Why Glycerin Technical Grade
Glycerin Technical Grade provides industrial and laboratory operations with a highly water-soluble, 100% concentration viscous clear liquid essential for non-regulated chemical synthesis. Buyers select this specific technical and laboratory-grade chemical when they require precise viscosity modification, extremely low evaporation rates, and reliable solvency power without the added overhead of pharmacopeial certifications. Operating as a transparent colorless liquid, it ensures clean processing and limits unwanted residues in heavy-duty manufacturing environments. With a flash point of 160 and a stable C3H8O3 molecular structure, this material maintains its physical integrity during demanding, high-temperature industrial processes. It serves as a fundamental building block across chemical manufacturing, delivering consistent operational baseline metrics for research and polymer production facilities.
Best Applications for This Grade
- Commonly applied in polymer manufacturing as a core chemical intermediate for the synthesis of complex polyurethanes and alkyd resins. The exact 100% concentration provides formulators with precise control over reaction kinetics, ensuring consistent curing and predictable final material strength.
- Commonly applied in the formulation of industrial adhesives, heavy-duty coatings, and sealants, functioning as an effective plasticizer. The viscous clear liquid increases material flexibility, modifies the drying profile, and prevents premature cracking in structural bonds.
- Commonly applied in research and laboratory environments as a dependable humectant, heavy solvent, and cryoprotectant. Testing facilities rely on its high water solubility and stable CAS 56-81-5 composition to stabilize complex experimental chemical reactions over extended periods.
- Commonly applied in industrial machinery maintenance as a robust, water-soluble fluid that provides necessary mechanical lubrication. Maintenance teams choose this specific chemical because it reduces friction while allowing rapid, water-based equipment washdowns that leave clean metal surfaces.
- Commonly applied in general chemical manufacturing as a reliable carrier fluid, relying on its low evaporation profile to maintain constant volume and liquid stability during extended open-air processing steps.
When to Choose a Different Grade
- If the operational requirement includes manufacturing items intended for human consumption, direct food contact packaging, or dietary supplements, choose Glycerin USP Grade to ensure absolute compliance with safety regulations.
- If the specific industrial application demands a highly volatile solvent with rapid evaporation rates for fast-drying coatings or electronics cleaning, choose an alternative industrial ketone or lightweight alcohol, as this specific C3H8O3 liquid is explicitly utilized for its non-evaporative, moisture-retaining properties.
| Molecular Weight |
92.09 |
| Formula |
C3H8O3 |
| Assay |
99-100.5% |
| Grade |
Technical Grade |
| Flash Point |
160°C (320°F) |
| Form |
Liquid |
| Solubility |
Soluble in water and alcohol |
| Appearance |
Clear, colorless liquid |
| Melting Point |
-37 |
| Boiling Point |
290 |
| Specific Gravity |
1.261 |
| Industry |
Cosmetics, Pharmaceutical, Polymer Manufacturing, Food Industry, Automotive, Food and Beverage |