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Glycerol (Clear, Colorless/USP/FCC), Fisher Chemical™

Catalog No. g311
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Chemical Identifiers

CAS 56-81-5
Molecular Formula C3H8O3
Molecular Weight (g/mol) 92.09
MDL Number MFCD00004722
InChI Key PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N
Synonym glycerol, glycerin, glycerine, 1,2,3-propanetriol, glycyl alcohol, trihydroxypropane, glyceritol, propanetriol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, osmoglyn
PubChem CID 753
ChEBI CHEBI:17754
IUPAC Name propane-1,2,3-triol
SMILES OCC(O)CO

Specifications

Decomposition Information >290°C
Melting Point 18°C
Density 1.261g/cm³
pH 5
Boiling Point 290°C
Flash Point 160°C
Ignition Residue 0.01% max. (FCC/USP)
Packaging HDPE Bottle
Linear Formula HOCH2CH(OH)CH2OH
Quantity 1 L
Specific Gravity 1.249 min. (FCC/USP)
Residual Solvents Meets Requirements (USP)
Vapor Pressure 0.003mbar at 50°C
Formula Weight 92.1
Percent Purity 95.0 to 100.5% (FCC)
Grade FCC/USP
Physical Form Viscous Liquid
Chemical Name or Material Glycerol, Clear, Colorless
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Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement WARNING!
Precautionary Statement Emergency Overview
Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause central nervous system effects. Hygroscopic. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting.

Note: Products are tested to meet the analytical requirements of the noted grade (USP, Ph. EUR or otherwise). Product test results are available on the Certificate of Analysis or upon request for the specific product.
 
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NFPA

Health:1
Flammability:1
Instability:0