Overview
Triacetin, also known as Glyceryl Triacetate, is a versatile fatty ester synthesized through the esterification of high-purity glycerol and acetic acid.
Recognized for its stability and solvent properties, it serves as a pivotal functional ingredient across the food, pharmaceutical, and industrial sectors.
Packing: MS Drums/ISO tank
Available Grades:
- Industrial Grade: Engineered for consistent performance in technical and chemical manufacturing.
- FI Grade: Specifically refined for high-purity requirements in F&F applications
Applications
- Triacetin is widely used as a core sand binder in the metal foundry sector.
- It is also used as solvent and plasticizer in inks, printing inks, various polymers and for cellulose-based plastics
- Triacetin is used as an ingredient in many food and cosmetic products. Its versatile nature allows it to play a role in improving the texture, consistency, and overall quality of various formulations e.g It is used as a plasticizer in chewing gum.
- Triacetin a very good solvent and fixative for many flavours and fragrances.
Technical Overview
Product : Triacetin
CAS : 102-76-1
| Parameter | Specification | |
|---|---|---|
| Industrial Grade | FI Grade | |
| Appearance | Clear Liquid | Clear Liquid |
| Colour | Max 50 Hazen | Max 10 Hazen |
| Purity by GC % | Min 97.0 | Min 99.0 |
| Water Content % | Max. 0.20 | Max. 0.20 |
| Acidity as acetic acid % | Max 0.050 | Max 0.005 |
