GLYCEROL
Prepared at the 20th JECFA (1976), published in FNS 1B (1977) and in FNP 52 (1992). Metals and arsenic specifications revised at the 63rd JECFA (2004). An ADI 'not specified' was established at the 20th JECFA (1976)
SYNONYMS Glycerin; INS No. 422
DEFINITION
Chemical names 1,2,3-Propanetriol, glycerol, trihydroxypropane
C.A.S. number 56-81-5
Chemical formula C3H8O3
Formula weight 92.10
Assay Not less than 99% of on the anhydrous basis
DESCRIPTION Clear, colourless, hygroscopic, syrupy liquid, having a not more than a slight characteristic odour, which is neither harsh nor disagreeable
FUNCTIONAL USES Humectant, solvent, bodying agent, plasticizer
