Glycerin

Other names: Glycerol

Glycerin, also known as glycerol, is a colourless, odourless liquid that has a sweet taste. It is a triatomic alcohol, a substance that has three -OH groups in its molecule. Glycerin is an organic compound that is a component of fats and oils and is found widely in nature. It is an important chemical that has many industrial uses and is also a component of many common consumer products.

Glycerin is used in a wide range of products due to its properties. In particular, it is popular in the cosmetics industry where it is used in body lotions, creams, soaps, shower gels and many other products for its ability to moisturize the skin and form a protective film on the skin that prevents drying and moisture loss. In the food industry, glycerin is used as a sweetener, moisturizer and emollient. In addition, glycerin is used in the pharmaceutical industry in certain drugs and syrups. In addition to these common uses, glycerin is also used in industry for the production of certain types of plastics, in the textile industry, in the automotive industry as a coolant additive and in many other areas.