Triacetin is a colorless, viscous and odorless liquid
with a high boiling point and a low melting point. Triacetin is classified as a triglyceride, i.e., the triester of glycerol.
It has a mild, sweet taste in concentrations lower than 500PPM, but may appear bitter at higher concentrations.
Triacetin is one of the glycerine acetate compounds.
Triacetin Overview
Product name : Triacetin (GTA)
Synonym : Glycerol Triacetate, glyceryl triacetate
CAS No. : 102-76-1
Molecular Formula : C9H14O6
EINECS NO. : 203-051-9
Types : Cosmetic grade, Food Grade, Tobacco Grade, Foundry Grade
Triacetin Properties
| Item | Specification |
| Appearance | Colorless Transparent Liquid |
| Assay | ≥99.50% |
| Water | ≤0.0500% |
| Total Acidity (mgKOH/g) | ≤0.0050% |
| Chroma Pt-Co (APHA) | ≤15 |
| Refractive Index | 1.429~1.431 |
| Relative Density | 1.154~1.158 |
| Heavy Metals (as Pb) | ≤5.0PPM |
| Arsenic | ≤1.0PPM |
Triacetin Use
Cosmetic and Personal Care Products
Triacetin is an emollient, moisturizer and solvent in cosmetics such as lotions, creams, lipsticks and perfumes.
Food Additive
Triacetin is a food additive and flavor enhancer.
It is a humectant and solvent in food such as baked goods, candies, ice creams, and processed meats.
It retains moisture and improves texture.
Tobacco
Glycerol Triacetate enhances flavor and maintain moisture of tobacco products. It improves the taste and prevents the tobacco drying out.
Pharmaceutical
Glycerol Triacetate is an excipient in pharmaceuticals.
It is a plasticizer and solubilizer for active pharmaceutical ingredients (APIs).
They are mainly tablet coatings, liquid formulations and topical preparations.
Chemical Intermediates
Triacetin is a starting material for the production of various compounds, including plasticizers, fragrances and pharmaceutical intermediates.
Industrial
Triacetin is used as a plasticizer in the production of plastics, such as vinyl and cellulose acetate.
Triacetin is also a solvent for printing inks, dyes and coatings.
Additionally, it is a component in smoke machines and foggers, which creates theatrical or atmospheric effects.
Packaging
240kg iron drum, 1150kg IBC drum
Storage
Store in a cool, dry environment, far away from moisture. Shelf life: 1 year.
