Method of Isolation: Obtained as a by-product of soap, by carbohydrate fermentation, and by propylene synthesis
| Color: | Clear, colorless liquid |
| Melting Point: | 17.8 oC |
| Boiling Point: | 290 oC |
| Molecular Formula: | C3H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight: | 92.0944 amu |
| Viscosity: | Glycerin is a thick liquid that becomes a gummy paste upon freezing. |
| Hydrophilicity: | Glycerin is water-soluble. |
Intended Function(s): Glycerin is a neutral sweet tasting liquid. It is also hygroscopic.
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