Introduction to Triacetin

Triacetin, also known as Glyceryl Triacetate, is reported to function as a cosmetic biocide, plasticizer, and solvent in cosmetic formulations, at concentrations ranging from 0.8% to 4.0%. It is a commonly used carrier for flavors and fragrances

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1.Product description 

Triacetin is a clear, colourless acetate ester used for example in the manufacture of cigarette filters. Triacetin is also used for plasticising NBR and cellulose derivatives.

2.Storage stability 

Under suitable conditions, Triacetin can be stored for one year. Triacetin can be stored in a stainless steel tank (V4A; material no. 1.4571 [AISI 316Ti]).

3.Solubility

Triacetin is readily soluble in aromatic hydrocarbons and most organic solvents. It is insoluble in aliphatic hydrocarbons, mineral oils, and vegetable and animal oils. Solubility in water is low.

4.Packaging

Road tankers
230 kg drums

5.General properties 

The major features of Triacetin are :

*excellent suitability for the solidification of acetyl cellulose fibres for the manufacture of cigarette filters

*very good dissolving power for a number of organic substances

*good plasticising effect for various plastics such as celluloseacetates or
celluloseacetobutyrates

*good plasticising effect for cellulose-based paints

*good compatibility with natural and synthetic rubber

*good light resistance

6.application

Triacetin is used for the solidification of acetyl cellulose fibres in the manufacture of cigarette filters. The water content must be kept constant to achieve constant solidification.

Triacetin is also used as a support for flavourings and essences in the food industry and as a plasticiser for chewing gum.

In technical applications, Triacetin is used for example as a core sand binder in the metal foundry sector. Another application is inks and printing inks.

Triacetin is used as a highlyeffective plasticiser for cellulose-based plastics.