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Triacetin

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Chemical Product

Triacetin

    Synonyms:
    Glycerin Triacetate
    Molecular Formula:
    C9H14O6
    Cas Number:
    102-76-1
    Molecular Weight:
    218.21 g/mol
    Product Description:
    Triacetin is an ester of glycerin used primarily as a plasticizer in the production of plastics and in the food industry as a humectant.
    Applications:
    - Food Industry: Used as a food additive (E1518) to improve texture and retain moisture. - Chemical Manufacturing: Applied as a plasticizer in the production of plastics and as a solvent in certain chemical processes. - Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceutical formulations as a plasticizer and stabilizer. - Cosmetics: Used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient and solvent.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties
Appearance Colorless, oily liquid
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C9H14O6
Molecular Weight 218.21 g/mol
Boiling Point 258 °C
Density 1.17 g/cm³
Solubility Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Flash Point 150 °C
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from heat and open flames
  • Product Description
  • Applications
  • Physical and Chemical Properties
Triacetin is an ester of glycerin used primarily as a plasticizer in the production of plastics and in the food industry as a humectant.
- Food Industry: Used as a food additive (E1518) to improve texture and retain moisture. - Chemical Manufacturing: Applied as a plasticizer in the production of plastics and as a solvent in certain chemical processes. - Pharmaceuticals: Used in pharmaceutical formulations as a plasticizer and stabilizer. - Cosmetics: Used in cosmetics and personal care products as an emollient and solvent.

Physical and Chemical Properties:


Properties Data
Appearance Colorless, oily liquid
Odor Odorless
Molecular Formula C9H14O6
Molecular Weight 218.21 g/mol
Boiling Point 258 °C
Density 1.17 g/cm³
Solubility Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Flash Point 150 °C
Chemical Stability Stable under normal conditions, but should be kept away from heat and open flames