Molekula
Glycerol formal - Pharma grade
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Glycerol formal, also known as glycerol formal, is a pharma-grade chemical used as a stabilizer and solvent in pharmaceutical formulations. It is a colorless, viscous liquid with a mild odor, suitable for use in drug delivery systems and as a protective agent in sensitive compounds. CAS: 99569-11-6, Molecular formula: C4H8O3·C4H8O3, Molecular weight: 208.21 g/mol, stored at ambient temperature. Signal word: Warning. Molekula supplies Glycerol formal - Pharma grade from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear liquid |
| Density | (20°C) 1.210-1.220 |
| Water | ≤0.5% |
| pH | 4.0-6.5 |
| Solubility | miscible with water and ethanol 96% |
| Peroxide value | ≤15% |
| Appearance of Solution | Clear, colourless liquid |
| APHA | ≤15 |
| Identification (IR) | pass |
| Refractive Index (n20/D) | 1.445-1.455 |
| Assay (GC-area in %) Glycerolformal | ≥99.9% |
| Aldehydes (as Formaldehyde) | ≤200ppm |
| Disodium edetate (Stabilizer, optional) | 0.01%-0.03% |
| Propyl Gallate (Stabilizer, optional) | 0,01-0,03% |
| Thiodipropionic acid (stabilizer, optional) | 0,005%-0,015% |
| Glycerine content | ≤0.5% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 93 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 90034789 |
| CAS Number | 99569-11-6 |
| IUPAC Name | 1,3-dioxan-5-ol;1,3-dioxolan-4-ylmethanol |
| Molecular Formula | C4H8O3.C4H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 208.21 |
| Exact Mass | 208.0947 |
| SMILES | C1C(COCO1)O.C1C(OCO1)CO |
| InChIKey | JIUMSISXCKWZTA-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/2C4H8O3/c5-4-1-6-3-7-2-4;5-1-4-2-6-3-7-4/h2*4-5H,1-3H2 |
| PubChem CID | 251541 |
| REACH Code | Y110 |
| HTS Code | 2932999090 |
| Tariff Code | 2932990090 |
Safety & GHS
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Health Hazard
GHS07
Hazard statements
- H315 Causes skin irritation
- H319 Causes serious eye irritation
- H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements
- P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
- P303+361 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse with water/shower
- P304+340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
- P305+351+338 IF IN EYES: Rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
- P308+313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
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Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
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Frequently asked questions
What is Glycerol formal used for?
Glycerol formal is used as a stabilizer and solvent in pharmaceutical formulations, particularly as a solvent in injectable formulations such as veterinary parenterals, for example ivermectin injections.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of Glycerol formal?
The formula is C4H8O3.C4H8O3 with a molecular weight of 208.21 g/mol.
How should Glycerol formal be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, protected from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of Glycerol formal does Molekula supply?
Molekula supplies Glycerol formal in pharma grade, suitable for use in pharmaceutical applications.
Can Molekula supply Glycerol formal in bulk?
Yes, Molekula can supply Glycerol formal in bulk quantities; please contact our sales team for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a Glycerol formal order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and a Safety Data Sheet (SDS) compliant with regulatory standards.
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