CAS No.: 56-81-5 Formula: C3H8O3
Weight: 92.09380
Synonyms: Glycerin; 1,2,3-propanetriol; Glycerol; 1,2,3-Propanetriol; 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane;
Glycerol (also called glycerine or glycerin; see spelling differences) is a simple polyol compound. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. The glycerol backbone is found in all lipids known as triglycerides. It is widely used in the food industry as a sweetener and humectant and in pharmaceutical formulations. Glycerol has three hydroxyl groups that are responsible for its solubility in water and its hygroscopic nature.