A viscous, colorless, odorless liquid used for its moisturizing and solvent properties.
56-81-5
290545
Liquid
C3H8O3
92.09 g/mol
Prone to adulteration, quality inconsistency between grades
Provides vegetable and pharma grade (99.5%) with Kosher/Halal/USP certification; bulk and drum packing options.
Cosmetics: Humectant in lotions, soaps, and creams. Food: Sweetener and preservative. Pharmaceuticals: Cough syrups and suppositories.
