| Identification | ||
| Name | Glycerol | |
| Synonyms | Glycerine; 1,2,3-Propanetriol | |
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| Molecular Structure |
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| Molecular Formula | C3H8O3 | |
| Molecular Weight | 92.09 | |
| CAS Registry Number | 56-81-5 | |
| EINECS | 200-289-5 | |
| FEMA | 2525 | |
| Properties | ||
| Density | 1.25 | |
| Melting point | 18 ºC | |
| Boiling point | 290 ºC | |
| Refractive index | 1.452-1.475 | |
| Flash point | 160 ºC | |