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Glycerine-USP Grade

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SUMMARY

Glycerine, also known as glycerol is a colorless liquid. Glycerine is used as a lubricant, an emollient, and an antifreeze agent. Glycerine is employed as a moisturizer in cosmetics and as an ingredient to prepare microchips, plastics, colorings, and toothpaste. In the medical area, Glycerine is used in tablets or as an infusion to treat edema. Glycerine is also used as a gargle, cough medicine, anesthetic, and an additive in antibiotics/antiseptics. Glycerine serves as an emollient and humectant in foodstuffs and as a solvent for flavors and beverage colorings.

INDUSTRIES

  • Adhesives & Sealants: Enhances bonding, curing, and durability of adhesive formulations.
  • Chemical Manufacturing: Provides essential intermediates, additives, and processing agents.
  • Agriculture: Supports crop protection, soil conditioning, and agrochemical formulations.
  • Healthcare & Pharmaceutical: Assists in formulation, stability, and safety of medicinal and healthcare products.
  • Metalworking Fluids & Lubricants: Improves lubrication, cooling, and corrosion protection in metalworking.
  • Paints & Coatings: Enhances adhesion, finish quality, and durability in coatings.
  • Textile & Leather Processing: Improves softness, dyeing, finishing, and durability of fabrics and leather.
  • HI&I: Supplies effective cleaning, disinfecting, and formulation stability for household and industrial applications.
  • Electrical & Electronics: Provides high-purity materials and additives for manufacturing and assembly processes.
  • Rubber Manufacturing: Supports elasticity, processing efficiency, and durability of rubber compounds.
  • Building & Construction: Enhances material strength, curing, and performance in construction applications.
  • Automotive & Transportation: Delivers chemicals that improve performance, protection, and durability of components.
  • Food & Nutrition: Provides functional ingredients, preservatives, and flavoring for food and beverage products.
  • Plastics Manufacturing: Supports polymer processing, material performance, and product quality.

APPLICATIONS

  • Plastic & Polymer Production: Enhances polymerization, flow, and material properties for high-quality plastics.
  • Chemical Industry: Serves as solvents, additives, or intermediates in diverse chemical processes.
  • Animal Feed & Nutrition: Provides nutrients and functional additives to improve feed quality and safety.
  • Beverages: Adds flavor, sweetness, and stability for consistent taste and quality.
  • Industrial Laundry: Supports effective cleaning, stain removal, and fabric care in large-scale laundry operations.
  • Hand Sanitizers & Soaps: Improves antimicrobial efficacy, texture, and formulation stability.
  • Resins: Enhances processing, durability, and performance in resin-based materials.
  • Paints & Varnishes: Provides solvents, binders, and additives for improved adhesion, finish, and durability.
  • Detergents: Boosts cleaning efficiency, foaming, and stain removal in household and industrial applications.
  • Automotive Care & Components: Supports coatings, lubricants, and maintenance formulations for vehicles.
  • Confectionery Products: Enhances flavor, consistency, and stability in sweet and candy products.
  • Rubber & Tire Production: Improves elasticity, durability, and processing efficiency of rubber compounds.

MARKET SEGMENTS

  • Paint & Dyes: Supplies solvents, additives, and binders to improve color consistency, adhesion, and durability.
  • Cleaning Chemicals: Provides high-performance ingredients for effective cleaning, disinfecting, and sanitation.
  • Bath & Body: Delivers safe and effective components for personal care and hygiene products.
  • Industrial: Supports manufacturing, processing, and maintenance applications with versatile chemicals and additives.

FUNCTIONS

  • Preservative: Protects products from microbial growth and degradation, extending shelf life.
  • Binder: Enhances cohesion and structural integrity in formulations and materials.
  • Humectant: Retains moisture to maintain texture, stability, and shelf life.
  • Additive: Improves performance, stability, and functionality of products.
  • Lubricant: Reduces friction and enhances flow or processing efficiency.
  • Anti-Microbial Agent: Inhibits or eliminates harmful microorganisms to ensure hygiene and safety.
  • Sweetener: Provides taste enhancement in food, beverage, and personal care products