Molekula
Glycerol formal
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Glycerol formal is an organic compound derived from glycerol and formaldehyde, widely used as a solvent, plasticizer, and humectant in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial coatings for its hygroscopic and solvent properties. This clear, viscous liquid (CAS 99569-11-6) has a molecular formula of C4H8O3.C4H8O3 and a molecular weight of 208.21 g/mol. It is stored safely at ambient temperatures with a signal word of "Warning." Molekula supplies glycerol formal from research to bulk quantities with full documentation and ISO 9001:2015 traceability.
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Pricing & pack sizes
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100 g — £57.50 per pack ex VAT · £69.00 inc. VAT
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500 g — £140.00 per pack ex VAT · £168.00 inc. VAT
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Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Clear, colourless solution |
| Water | max 1% |
| Solubility | Miscible with water and ethanol 96% |
| Assay | min 98.0% |
| Aldehydes | max 1000ppm |
| Glycerine content | max 1% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Flash Point | 93 °C |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 10050391 |
| 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
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
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Synonyms
No alternate names recorded for this product.
Frequently asked questions
What is glycerol formal commonly used for?
Glycerol formal is primarily used as a solvent, plasticizer, and humectant in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and industrial applications like resins and coatings.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glycerol formal?
The chemical formula is C4H8O3.C4H8O3, reflecting a mixture of the cyclic formals of glycerol, 5-hydroxy-1,3-dioxane and 4-hydroxymethyl-1,3-dioxolane, and the molecular weight is 208.21 g/mol.
What safety classification does glycerol formal fall under?
Glycerol formal is classified with a Signal Word: Warning under GHS, indicating moderate hazard.
How should glycerol formal be stored?
Store glycerol formal at ambient temperature in a tightly sealed container, away from ignition sources and incompatible substances.
Does Molekula supply glycerol formal in bulk quantities?
Yes, Molekula can supply glycerol formal in bulk, with quantities tailored to your specific requirements—please contact us for details.
What documentation is provided with an order of glycerol formal?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA), Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS), and a packing list for compliance and safety.
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