Glycerol
TL;DR: Glycerol (CAS 56-81-5) is a chemical compound with molecular formula C3H8O3 and molecular weight 92.04734 g/mol, supplied by CoreyChem (Career Henan Chemical Co., Ltd.) with ISO-certified quality and global shipping.
propane-1,2,3-triol
Also Known As: glycerol, glycerin, Glycerine, 1,2,3-Propanetriol, Glyceritol
Application Areas
Top 5 of 22 IPC patent classification(s) from the SureChEMBL global patent database.
Technical Specifications
| Molecular Formula | C3H8O3 |
| Molecular Weight | 92.04734 g/mol |
| XLogP | -1.8 |
| Topological Polar Surface Area (TPSA) | 60.7 Ų |
| Hydrogen Bond Donors | 3 |
| Hydrogen Bond Acceptors | 3 |
| Rotatable Bonds | 2 |
| Exact Mass | 92.04734 Da |
| Heavy Atoms | 6 |
| Complexity | 25.0 |
| Purity | ≥99% (GC) |
| Melting Point | 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Boiling Point | 554 °F at 760 mmHg (decomposes) (NTP, 1992) |
| Density | 1.261 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink |
| Flash Point | 320 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0025 mmHg at 122 °F ; 40 mmHg at 388 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| Refractive Index | [n]D/20 between 1,471 and 1,474 |
| Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992) |
| SMILES | C(C(CO)O)O |
| InChIKey | PEDCQBHIVMGVHV-UHFFFAOYSA-N |
Product Description
Applications: Glycerol is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Typical specifications: commercial lots are supplied at ≥99% (GC). CoreyChem supplies Glycerol (CAS 56-81-5) with custom synthesis available from milligram to multi-kilogram scale, supported by COA, MSDS, and HPLC/NMR/MS documentation.
Glycerol is a pharmaceutical intermediate identified by CAS number 56-81-5 and the molecular formula C3H8O3 and a molecular weight of 92.05 g/mol. Physically, the compound has a density of 1.261 at 68 °F (USCG, 1999) - Denser than water; will sink g/cm³, a solubility: greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 64 °F (NTP, 1992). It is also known as glycerol and glycerin.
CoreyChem provides it with COA documentation, and custom synthesis from milligram to multi-kilogram scales is available on request. Request a quotation with your required quantity and purity for current lead time and pricing.
Chemical Property Profile of Glycerol
Property Insights of Glycerol
The XLogP value of -1.8 indicates that Glycerol is hydrophilic (water-soluble), making it suitable for aqueous formulations and biological assay applications. The TPSA of 60.7 Ų falls within the moderate polarity range, balancing permeability and solubility for Glycerol. Following Lipinski's Rule of Five, Glycerol has 3 hydrogen bond donor(s) and 3 hydrogen bond acceptor(s), all within the drug-like range, suggesting favorable oral bioavailability potential.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Glycerol?
The CAS number of Glycerol is 56-81-5.
What is the molecular formula of Glycerol?
The molecular formula of Glycerol is C3H8O3.
What is the molecular weight of Glycerol?
The molecular weight of Glycerol is 92.04734 g/mol.
What are the applications of Glycerol?
Glycerol is used in pharmaceutical synthesis routes and API production, as well as biotechnology workflows and life-science research. It commonly serves as a versatile building block for organic synthesis. Typical specifications: commercial lots are supplied at ≥99% (GC). CoreyChem supplies...
Where can I buy Glycerol?
You can request a quote for Glycerol directly from CoreyChem. Contact us or email [email protected] for pricing and availability.
Does CoreyChem offer custom synthesis for Glycerol?
Yes, CoreyChem provides custom synthesis services for Glycerol and related compounds. Contact us with your specific requirements including quantity, purity, and timeline.