Glycerine
- CAS Number
- 56-81-5
- HSN Code
- 29054500
- Molecular Formula
- C3H8O3
- Catalogue Number
- AL2305
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 92.09 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Glycerol is a triol with a structure of propane substituted at positions 1, 2 and 3 by hydroxy groups. It has a role as a geroprotector, an osmolyte, a detergent, a solvent, a mouse metabolite, a Saccharomyces cerevisiae metabolite, an Escherichia coli metabolite, a human metabolite and an algal metabolite.
Also known as Glycerol, 1,2,3-Propanetriol.
- Catalogue No.
- AL2305
- CAS Number
- 56-81-5
- Molecular Formula
- C3H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 92.09 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29054500
- Grade
- 98% purified
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 18.1 °C; Boiling point: 290 °C (decomposes); Flash point: 177 °C (Open cup); Density: 1.2613 g/cu cm at 20 °C.
- Appearance
- Syrupy, rhombic plates
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 250 ml plastic bottle, 500 ml plastic bottle, 1 Lt plastic bottle, 2.5 Lt plastic container, 5 Lt plastic drum
- Storage
- Separated from strong oxidants.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- Glycerine
- Catalogue No.
- AL2305
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 56-81-5
- EC Number
- 200-289-5
- Grade
- 98% purified
- EC Index Number
- Not specified
- Chemical Formula
- C3H8O3
- HSN Code
- 29054500
- Synonyms
- Glycerol, 1,2,3-Propanetriol
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Humectant, solvent, pharmaceutical and cosmetic ingredient
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Not classified as hazardous (majority of notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory)
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 753 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- None required
- Signal word
- None
- Hazard statements
- None
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- None identified
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- Glycerine
- CAS No.
- 56-81-5
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If a person breathes large amounts of this chemical, move the exposed person to fresh air at once.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, wash the contaminated skin with water.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- May cause mild irritation to skin and eyes.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- Non-flammable, but may burn if exposed to high temperatures.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Contain spill and absorb with inert material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Separated from strong oxidants.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Not required under normal conditions of use.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- MILD ODOR
- Odour threshold
- Not applicable
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- Not applicable
- Melting point
- 18.1 °C
- Freezing point
- Not applicable
- Boiling point
- 290 °C (decomposes)
- Flash point
- 177 °C (Open cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 393 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- Not applicable
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.0025 mmHg at 122 °F ; 40 mmHg at 388 °F
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 3.17 (Air = 1)
- Density
- 1.2613 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Miscible with water, ethanol, and ether
- Log Pow
- -1.76
- Viscosity, kinematic
- Not applicable
- Viscosity, dynamic
- 1.5 mPa·s at 20 °C
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- Not applicable
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions of use and storage.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Mixtures of glycerin with water, ethanol (95%), and propylene glycol are chemically stable. Glycerin may crystallize if stored at low temperatures; the crystals do not melt until warmed to 20 °C.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on heating. This produces corrosive fumes of acrolein. Reacts with strong oxidants.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and strong bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- Not specified
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 12.6 g/kg; LD50 Rat oral 5.57 g/kg; LD50 Rat sc 0.1 g/kg
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (IATA)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (ADN)
- Not assigned
- UN-No. (RID)
- Not assigned
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- Not regulated
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- Not regulated
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- Not regulated
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- Not regulated
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- Not regulated
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- Not applicable
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IMDG)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (IATA)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (ADN)
- Not applicable
- Packing group (RID)
- Not applicable
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Glycerine is primarily used as a humectant and moisturizer in cosmetic and pharmaceutical formulations. It also serves as a cryoprotectant in biological research and is utilized in food and beverage products.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00780
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 92.09 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 99.5% |
| Density | 1.25 g/mL | 1.25 g/mL |
| pH | Not applicable | Not applicable |
| Water content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% purified grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% purified | ≥ 98% | m.p. 18.1 °C; b.p. 290 °C (decomposes) | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Miscible with water |
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