Glycerol (USP/FCC/EP/BP/JP), Fisher Chemical™

Specifications

• Acidity: Pass Test (BP/EP/JP)
• Decomposition Information: >290°C
• Melting Point: 18°C
• Density: 1.261g/cm³
• pH: 5
• Boiling Point: 290°C
• Ignition Residue: 0.01% max. (FCC/USP/JP)
• Packaging: Poly Pail
• Refractive Index: 1.470 to 1.475 (at 20°C) (BP/EP), 1.470 min. (at 20°C) (JP)
• Linear Formula: CH₂OHCHOHCH₂OH
• Quantity: 20 L
• Specific Gravity: 1.249 min. (FCC/USP), 1.258 min. (JP)
• Residual Solvents: Conforms (BP/EP), Meets Requirements (USP)
• Vapor Pressure: 0.003mbar at 50°C
• Formula Weight: 92.1
• Percent Purity: 95.0 to 100.5% (FCC)
• Grade: BP/EP/FCC/JP/USP
• Physical Form: Viscous Liquid
• Chemical Name or Material: Glycerol

Safety and Handling

Hazard Statement

WARNING!

Precautionary Statement

Emergency Overview Irritating to eyes and skin. May cause central nervous system effects. Hygroscopic. Use personal protective equipment. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Obtain medical attention. Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Do not induce vomiting. Note: Products are tested to meet the analytical requirements of the noted grade (USP, Ph. EUR or otherwise). Product test results are available on the Certificate of Analysis or upon request for the specific product.   Products are for research use or further manufacturing. Products are not for direct administration to humans or anima

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