Alcohol / Ethers

Glycerine

CAS No. 56-81-5

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About this product

Glycerine (CAS 56-81-5) — also spelled glycerin, and known chemically as glycerol — is a clear, colourless, odourless syrupy liquid, miscible with water and ethanol. We stock IP grade to the Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 Glycerin monograph, assay 98.0 – 101.0 % on an anhydrous basis, manufactured by Kaleesuwari Refinery and Industry Private Limited (KRIPL) and Halal certified. It ships in 250 kg HDPE drums from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse, with dispatch across South India for pharmaceutical, personal care and industrial formulation buyers.

Applications & Uses

Pharmaceutical formulations and syrups (IP grade)
Humectant in personal care and cosmetic formulations
Soap, cleanser and oral-care formulation
Polyol input for alkyd resins and coatings
Moisture retention in industrial and textile formulations
Laboratory and R&D reagent use

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Product DataTechnical Specifications

Physical Properties

Appearance
Clear, colourless, odourless syrupy liquid
Assay
98.0 – 101.0 % (anhydrous basis)
Density
Relative density 1.258 – 1.268 at 20 °C
Solubility
Miscible with water & ethanol
Refractive Index
1.470 – 1.475 at 20 °C

Supply & Packaging

Packaging
250 kg HDPE drums
Grades Available
IP — Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022

Compliance & Storage

HS Code
2905 45 00
Hazard Class
Non-hazardous
Storage
Hygroscopic. Store in closed containers, away from moisture and oxidisers.

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Source Manufacturers

Sourced directly from verified manufacturers for consistent quality and traceability.

Supplied across South IndiaCoimbatoreMaduraiHosurBangaloreHyderabadVisakhapatnamKochi

Frequently Asked Questions

Is glycerine the same as glycerol or glycerin?

Yes. Glycerine, glycerin (US spelling) and glycerol (propane-1,2,3-triol) all describe the same substance, CAS 56-81-5. The Indian Pharmacopoeia monograph lists it as Glycerin; the material we supply is Refined Glycerine (IP).

What is the CAS number and HSN code for glycerine?

Glycerine is CAS 56-81-5. Its HSN code is 2905 45 00.

What does IP grade glycerine mean?

IP grade means the material is supplied against the Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022 Glycerin monograph — assay 98.0 – 101.0 % on an anhydrous basis, water 2.0 % w/w max, heavy metals (as Pb) 5 ppm max, and ethylene glycol / diethylene glycol 0.10 % max each. Ours is Refined Glycerine (IP), manufactured by Kaleesuwari Refinery and Industry Private Limited (KRIPL) under a drug licence, and Halal certified.

What is the specific gravity and refractive index of glycerine?

Relative density at 20 °C is 1.258 – 1.268 and refractive index at 20 °C is 1.470 – 1.475. Water content is 2.0 % w/w max, with assay 98.0 – 101.0 % on an anhydrous basis.

What is refined glycerine IP used for?

It is a standard humectant and solvent base used in pharmaceutical formulations, personal care and cosmetic products, soaps and oral care, and as a polyol in resin and coating chemistry. Its miscibility with water and ethanol makes it easy to blend into aqueous and alcoholic systems.

Who supplies glycerine in Chennai and in what packaging?

We supply glycerine from our Redhills, Chennai warehouse with dispatch across South India, in 250 kg HDPE drums. Order sizes depend on packaging and current stock — call or WhatsApp +91 86087 80096 for a quote.

Packaging Options

250 kg HDPE drums

Product Details

CAS NUMBER56-81-5
CATEGORYAlcohol / Ethers
GRADE
IP — Indian Pharmacopoeia 2022

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