Glycerol
Also known as: 1,2,3-propanetriol, 1,2,3-trihydroxypropane, EINECS 200-289-5, Glycerin, MFCD00675440, glycerol
Glycerol (CAS 56-81-5) is a compound in the Organic Compounds category listed in the Jingsj chemical database. It has the molecular formula C3H8O3 and a molecular weight of 92.094 g/mol. Key properties include a melting point of 20 °C(lit.), a boiling point of 290.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg, a density of 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 and a flash point of 160.0±0.0 °C. No supplier offers are currently listed; request a quote. Record last updated Aug 21, 2026.
- CAS No.
- 56-81-5
- Jingsj CID
- J-3047-4
- Molecular Formula
- C3H8O3
- Molecular Weight
- 92.094 g/mol
- Category
- Organic Compounds
- Last updated
- 8/21/2026
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Request a quotePhysicochemical Properties
| Melting Point | 20 °C(lit.) |
|---|---|
| Boiling Point | 290.0±0.0 °C at 760 mmHg |
| Density | 1.3±0.1 g/cm3 |
| Flash Point | 160.0±0.0 °C |
| Exact Mass | 92.047340 |
| PSA | 60.69000 |
| LogP | -2.32 |
| Additional Property | 3.1 (vs air) |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0±1.3 mmHg at 25°C |
| Refractive Index | 1.490 |
| Additional Property | >500 g/L (20 ºC) |
Activity & Biological Data
| Target | Human Endogenous Metabolite |
|---|---|
| Additional Information | [1]. Pennings S, et al. Effect of glycerol on the separation of nucleosomes and bent DNA in low ionic strengthpolyacrylamide gel electrophoresis. Nucleic Acids Res. 1992 Dec 25;20(24):6667-72. [2]. Yazdani SS, et al. Anaerobic fermentation of glycerol: a path to economic viability for the biofuelsindustry. Curr Opin Biotechnol. 2007 Jun;18(3):213-9. [3]. Huang ZH, et al. Expression and function of P-glycoprotein in rats with glycerol-induced acute renal failure. Eur J Pharmacol. 2000 Oct 20;406(3):453-60. |
Customs & Trade Information
| HS Code | 2905450000 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the CAS number of Glycerol?
The CAS number of Glycerol is 56-81-5.
What are the molecular formula and molecular weight of Glycerol?
Glycerol has molecular formula C3H8O3 and molecular weight 92.094 g/mol.
What are the upstream and downstream products of Glycerol?
For Glycerol, Upstream Products: D-Glucose, Fructose, Sorbitol; Downstream Products: Glycolic acid, tartronic acid, Hydroxypyruvic acid.
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