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Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin)
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Glycerol triacetate, also known as triacetin, is a clear, colorless liquid used as a plasticizer, solvent, and humectant in pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and food applications. It is also used as a cellulose plasticizer in cigarette filter manufacture, an inert plasticizer in solid rocket propellant binders, and a fixative in perfumery. It is stable at ambient temperatures and has no signal word. CAS: 102-76-1, Molecular formula: C9H14O6, Molecular weight: 218.20.
Molekula supplies Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin) at ≥ 95.0% purity in 1 kg packs, from £72.36 inc. VAT. It is in stock for same-day dispatch. Every batch ships with a certificate of analysis, and safety data sheets are available in 7 languages. Larger quantities, up to multi-tonne, are quoted on request.
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Pricing & pack sizes
In stock — same-day dispatch
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1 kg — £60.30 per pack ex VAT · £72.36 inc. VAT
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Other grades of Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin)
| Grade | Purity | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Triacetin - Ph. Eur., BP, USP | — | Price on request |
Specifications
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colourless liquid |
| Refractive Index | 1.4300 - 1.4332 @ 20°C |
| Specific Gravity | 1.150 - 1.166 @ 20°C |
| Purity | ≥ 95.0% |
Storage & handling
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Storage Temperature | Ambient |
| Acidity | Neutral |
Literature values
Published physical properties of the substance, not batch specifications.
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Appearance | Colorless liquid |
| Odour | Slightly fatty odor |
| Melting Point | -78 °C |
| Boiling Point | 258 °C |
| Density | 1.16 (relative, water = 1) |
| Solubility (other solvents) | Slightly soluble in carbon disulfide; miscible with alcohol, ether, chloroform |
| Vapour Pressure | 0.33 Pa at 25 °C |
| Refractive Index | 1.4312 |
| log P (octanol/water) | 0.25 |
Source: PubChem CID 5541 (HSDB, ICSC)
Identification
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| SKU | 27238415 |
| CAS Number | 102-76-1 |
| IUPAC Name | 2,3-diacetyloxypropyl acetate |
| EC Number | 203-051-9 |
| Molecular Formula | C9H14O6 |
| Molecular Weight | 218.20 |
| Exact Mass | 218.079 |
| SMILES | CC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)C)OC(=O)C |
| InChIKey | URAYPUMNDPQOKB-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
| InChI | InChI=1S/C9H14O6/c1-6(10)13-4-9(15-8(3)12)5-14-7(2)11/h9H,4-5H2,1-3H3 |
| PubChem CID | 5541 |
| REACH Code | Y113 |
| TSCA Listed | Yes |
| Tariff Code | 29153900 |
Safety & GHS
Precautionary statements
- P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Documents
Safety Data Sheets (SDS)
Available in English, French, German, Italian, Portuguese, Russian, Spanish.
Certificate of Analysis (CoA) by batch
Enter a lot or batch number to retrieve the CoA for that specific batch. We can generate one from spec data if no PDF is on file.
Quality certificates
Molekula Group is certified to ISO 9001:2015 (quality) and ISO 14001:2015 (environmental management), audited by a UKAS-accredited body. Both certificates are valid to 17 May 2028.
Synonyms
- Enzactin
- Fungacetin
- Glycerin triacetate
- Glycerol triacetate
- Glyceryl triacetate
- Glyped
- triacetin
- Triacetine
- Triacetylglycerol
- Vanay
Frequently asked questions
What is glycerol triacetate (triacetin) used for?
It is commonly used as a plasticizer in cellulose-based materials, a solvent in pharmaceuticals, and in food applications as a humectant and solvent.
What is the chemical formula and molecular weight of glycerol triacetate?
The formula is C9H14O6 with a molecular weight of 218.20 g/mol.
How should glycerol triacetate be stored?
It should be stored at ambient temperature, away from moisture and direct sunlight.
What grade of glycerol triacetate does Molekula supply?
We supply glycerol triacetate with a purity of ≥ 95.0%; custom grades available upon request.
Can Molekula supply glycerol triacetate in bulk?
Yes, we offer bulk quantities; please contact us for pricing and availability.
What documentation comes with a glycerol triacetate order?
Each order includes a Certificate of Analysis (CoA) and Safety Data Sheet (SDS).
Where can I buy Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin)?
Directly from Molekula, which lists Glycerol triacetate (Triacetin) in 1 kg packs from £72.36 inc. VAT, with a certificate of analysis for every batch. Larger quantities are quoted on request. Molekula's offices: United Kingdom, France, Spain, Germany, Italy, United States and China.
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