Triacetin

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Application
Triacetin is a common food additive, for instance as a solvent in flavorings. It is used as an excipient in pharmaceutical products, where it is used as a humectant, a plasticizer, and as a solvent
Description
Triacetin, is the organic compound with the formula C3H5(OCOCH3)3. It is classified as a triglyceride, i.e., the triester of glycerol. It is a colorless, viscous, and odorless liquid with a high boiling point and a low melting point. It has a mild, sweet taste in concentrations lower than 500 ppm, but may appear bitter at higher concentrations. It is one of the glycerine acetate compounds.

Product Properties

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CAS
102-76-1
Chemical Formula
C9H14O6
Appearance/State
Colorless, viscous and odorless liquid
Molecular Weight
218.205 g/mol

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Published
Mar 25, 2023
Last Edited
Mar 25, 2023
Categories
Chemicals
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