Description
Buy Pure Glycerol 98% AR Grade | Premium Glycerin Supplier Worldwide
Glycerol (CAS No. 56-81-5), also known as Glycerin, is a versatile trihydroxy alcohol supplied here in 98% purity and available in Extra Pure and AR (Analytical Reagent) grades. It appears as a clear, colorless, odorless, and viscous liquid, valued for its solubility, hygroscopicity, and non-toxic profile across pharmaceutical, cosmetic, food, and laboratory sectors throughout South Africa and the SADC region.
High Quality Glycerol for Industrial and Laboratory Applications
Glycerol is widely used across industries for its exceptional versatility and safety profile. In pharmaceuticals, it acts as a solvent, humectant, and emollient in oral and topical formulations. This pharmaceutical grade glycerin meets international quality standards and is essential for pharmaceutical excipient applications. In cosmetics, it provides moisture-retention and skin-conditioning benefits that make it indispensable for manufacturers in Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, and across Southern Africa.
According to the International Journal of Pharmaceutics, glycerol’s unique properties make it one of the most versatile pharmaceutical excipients. The Cosmetic Science Society recognizes its crucial role in modern skincare formulations, particularly for maintaining skin hydration and barrier function.
Detailed Technical Specifications
| Property | Specification |
|---|---|
| Chemical Name | Glycerol (Glycerin) |
| CAS Number | 56-81-5 |
| HS Code | 2905.45.00 |
| Purity | 98% |
| Appearance | Clear, Colorless Viscous Liquid |
| Grade | Extra Pure / AR |
| Molecular Formula | C₃H₈O₃ |
| Molecular Weight | 92.09 g/mol |
| Odor | Odorless |
| Taste | Sweet |
| Solubility | Freely Soluble in Water, Alcohol |
| Boiling Point | ~290 °C |
| Melting Point | ~18 °C |
| Shelf Life | 5 Years |
| Packaging | HDPE Bottles, Glass Bottles, Steel Drums, IBC Containers |
| UN Number | 1504 |
Pharmaceutical and Laboratory Grade Applications
It is also utilized as a sweetening agent and stabilizer in the food industry, and in laboratory settings as a reagent or cryoprotectant in biochemical and molecular applications. For comprehensive laboratory chemical solutions, our technical team provides detailed protocols for optimal usage across various applications.
The product is water-soluble, chemically stable, and suitable for applications requiring high purity and consistency. It is stable for up to 5 years when stored in sealed, light-resistant containers under controlled temperature and humidity conditions.
Professional Packaging Solutions for Various Industries
Available in multiple packaging formats to meet diverse industrial requirements:
- HDPE Bottles: 1L, 5L, 25L for laboratory and pharmaceutical use
- Glass Bottles: 500ml, 1L, 2.5L for analytical and research applications
- Steel Drums: 200L, 220L for industrial manufacturing
- IBC Containers: 1000L for large-scale production facilities
Our packaging ensures product integrity during transport and storage across the SADC region and international markets.
Comprehensive Applications Across Multiple Industries
- Humectant, emollient, and excipient in pharmaceutical preparations
- Moisturizer and conditioning agent in cosmetics and personal care products
- Stabilizer, sweetener, and solvent in food and beverage formulations
- Laboratory reagent in biochemical, cryogenic, and molecular protocols
- Additive in e-liquids, soaps, and topical solutions
- Industrial applications in textile and leather processing
- Agricultural applications as a soil conditioner and plant growth enhancer
- Manufacturing component in adhesives and plasticizers
