Glyceryl Diacetate
Diacetin, Glycerin Diacetate.
- CAS
- 25395-31-7
- EC
- 246-941-2
- Sectors
- Food & Nutrition, Pharma & Healthcare, Plastics & Polymers
Glyceryl Diacetate, also known as Diacetin, is a clear, colorless liquid ester derived from glycerin. It is valued for its high boiling point and excellent solvency for organic compounds.
This Food Grade/USP Grade material is commonly used as a humectant and carrier for flavors. It provides a unique balance of hydrophilicity and solvent power, making it a versatile additive in sensitive formulations.
In industrial sectors, it functions as a bio-based plasticizer for cellulose-based plastics. It is recognized for its safe profile and biodegradability, meeting modern regulatory standards.
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Glyceryl Diacetate
Applications
- Food & Beverage: Acts as a solvent for flavors and a humectant in processed food products
- Foundry Industry: Used as a hardening agent (catalyst) for silicate-based core binders in metal casting.
- Pharmaceuticals: Functions as a solvent and plasticizer in tablet coatings and topical applications.
Safety & Risks
Classified as Non-Hazardous. Standard industrial hygiene practices should be followed; wear safety glasses to prevent accidental eye contact.
Packaging
200 kg plastic drums or 1000 kg IBC tanks.