Glycerin, USP

Glycerin, USP

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Description
Description
Polyhydric sugar alcohol present in all natural fats, oils and phospholipids, degraded to glucose (sugar) in the body. Does not contain bovine, ovine, caprine or other animal-derived materials of any type. 100% vegan. 100% free of palm oil derivatives.
Benefits
  • Effective humectant and moisturizer attracting water to the intercellular space of the skin
  • Protects the lipids of skin cells
  • Good solvent for various water-insoluble ingredients
  • Effective emollient and lubricant properties
Use
Add as is to the water phase of the formulas, typical use level 2-5% in emulsions. For external use only.
Applications
All kinds of skin care products, hair care products, color cosmetics, soaps (glycerin soap).
CAS
56-81-5
INCI
Glycerin
composition
Glycerin, Water
Purity Grade
USP grade
Appearance
Clear, slightly viscous liquid, odorless, sweet tasting
Solubility
Water-soluble
Preservation
Preservative-free
Storage
Store in a closed container at a dry place at room temperature
Country of Origin
USA
Raw Material Source
soybean oil, 100% free of palm oil derivatives
Manufacture
Glycerin is produced by the traditional method by hydrolysis of fats and fermentation of sugars (saponification of neutral oils) using alkali carbonates as in the production of soap.
Animal Testing
Not animal tested
GMO
This product is derived from the seeds of genetically engineered (modified) vegetable oilseed plants. This glycerin has been highly processed to remove non-lipid material such as DNA/amino acids, the components that are modified in genetic engineering. This glycerin is tested annually for the presence of genetically modified material using the PCR method (Polymerase Chain Reaction). The detection limit of the PCR test method is 0.1%. as of date, all PCR test results have been “not detected".
Vegan
Does not contain animal-derived components
HS Code
2905450000