Glycerin
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Used in the manufacture of papers as a plasticizer/humectant and lubricant. Extensive use in ink manufacture, especially the alkyd resins which are an important constituent of many printing inks. Used in the rubber industry for its lubricating action on rubber. Used to manufacture antifreeze agents. Used in the production of Alkyd Resins used in surface coatings and paints. Used to lubricate many kinds of fibres in spinning, twist setting, knitting. and weaving operations |
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Glycerin is the common term for Propane-1,2,3-triol. It was accidentally discovered in 1779 by K.W. Scheele, the Swedish chemist, while he was heating a mixture of olive oil and litharge (lead monoxide). Glycerin was named after the Greek word glykys which means ‘sweet’. Technical grade glycerin is a refined, high-purity product that is water white with most of its contaminants completely removed. It contains no methanol, soaps, salts, and other foreign matter. It is soluble in water. Glycerin is a trihydric alcohol which is capable of being reacted under most conditions. It is also compatible with numerous other substances. As a chemical alcohol, glycerin is also needed in numerous reactions in the production of chemicals. |
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Feb 17, 2023 |
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Feb 17, 2023 |
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Chemicals |
