Something about Triacetin

1.chemical properties

Name:Triacetin 

EINECS:203-051-9

Molecular Formula:C9H14O6

CAS Registry Number:102-76-1

Appearance:colourless liquid with a bitter taste

Molecular Weight:218.21

Density:1.155

Boiling Point::258°C

Melting Point::3°C

Flash Point::148°C

Refractive index::1.429-1.433

Solubility:64.0 g/L (20 °C)

Stability:Stable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. Combustible.

2.Safety Information 

Safety Statements: 23-24/25 

WGK Germany: 1

RTECS: AK3675000

HS Code: 29153930 

Hazardous Substances Data: 102-76-1(Hazardous Substances Data)

3.Application

1. component of casting liquor used as a plasticizer and solvent ;

2. food additive as humectant ;

3. plasticizer applied to the cigarette filter ;

4. flavor and essence fixative and lubricate in cosmetics ;

5. excipient in pharmaceutical products as a humectant, a plasticzer and a solvent ;

6. fuel additive as an antiknock agent which can reduce engine knocking in gasoline ;

7. fuel additive to improve cold flow and viscosity properties of biodiesel .