Special Use Chemicals

Triacetin

Triacetin (glyceryl triacetate, E1518) is a colourless oily liquid used as a food humectant, flavour carrier, plasticizer and solvent across several industries.

Category
Special Use Chemicals
Availability
In stock · made to order
Packaging
Sample · Drum · IBC · Bulk
Sourcing
Factory-direct, ISO-certified
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Product description

Triacetin (glyceryl triacetate, E1518) is a colourless, slightly oily liquid with a faint odour, formed by esterifying glycerol with acetic acid. It is miscible with many solvents and acts as a plasticizer and carrier.

  • Humectant, flavour carrier and food additive
  • Plasticizer for cellulose-based filters, films and coatings
  • Solvent in pharmaceutical, cosmetic and fragrance formulations

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