Triacetin

Triacetin is a colorless liquid with a slight fatty odor and bitter taste. It contains humectant properties.

Product Details

Formula:

C9H14O6

CAS Number:

102-76-1

Also Known As:

1,2,3-triacetoxypropane; Glycerin triacetate; glycerol triacetate; 1,3-Diacetyloxypropan-2-yl acetate

Structure:

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applications:

Triacetin is used as a plasticizer, fixative in perfumery and cosmetics, specialty solvent, a carbon dioxide removal agent, in medicines for its antifungal properties, a fuel additive, and in cigarettes.
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Typical Specifications

Data is representative of average lots;
data taken from specific lots may vary.

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Boiling Point, °C

258

Density, g/cm3

1.16

Melting point, °C

3

Molecular weight, g/mol

218.20

Odor

Slight fatty odor

Purity, %

99

Refractive index, n20/D

1.429 - 1.431

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Minimum order quantity: 55 gallon drum