Glütserooliks

Glütserooliks, also known as glycerol or glycerin, is a simple polyol compound. Its chemical formula is C3H8O3. It is a colorless, odorless, viscous liquid that is sweet-tasting and non-toxic. Glütserooliks is soluble in water and alcohol but insoluble in ether. It is a trihydroxy alcohol, meaning it contains three hydroxyl (OH) groups.

Glütserooliks is produced commercially from both animal fats and vegetable oils through saponification or transesterification processes, or synthetically from propylene. It is a byproduct of soap manufacturing. Its humectant properties, meaning it attracts and retains moisture, make it a valuable ingredient in many products.

In the food industry, glütserooliks is used as a sweetener, humectant, and solvent. It is commonly found in baked goods, confectionery, and beverages to maintain moisture and texture. In pharmaceuticals and cosmetics, it serves as a moisturizer in skin creams, lotions, and toothpaste, and as a solvent for various medicinal ingredients. Glütserooliks also finds applications in the production of explosives, as a plasticizer, and in antifreeze formulations. Its versatility and safety profile contribute to its widespread use across numerous industries.