Glycerol - L.R. Grade Chemical Structure
Laboratory Humectant
Laboratory Reagent

LR Grade Glycerol (C₃H₈O₃)

Laboratory Reagent grade glycerol manufactured for general laboratory procedures, educational applications, and routine chemical processing. Our LR grade C₃H₈O₃ provides reliable polyol for standard laboratory work, teaching applications, and analytical procedures.

  • 99.5% Laboratory Grade Purity
  • Excellent Humectant Properties
  • Educational & Training Applications
  • Viscosity Enhancement Agent
  • Cost-Effective Laboratory Solution
  • Consistent Quality & Performance
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Technical Specifications

Chemical Formula: C₃H₈O₃
CAS Number: 56-81-5
EINECS Number: 200-289-5
Purity (Assay): 99.5% (LR Grade)
Physical State: Clear, colorless, viscous liquid
Density (20°C): 1.26 g/cm³
Molecular Weight: 92.09 g/mol
Boiling Point: 290°C
Melting Point: 18.2°C
Water Content: ≤ 0.5%
Chloride (Cl): ≤ 0.001%
Heavy Metals (as Pb): ≤ 0.0005%
Storage Conditions: Cool, dry place, tight container
Shelf Life: 3 years (unopened)
Packaging Options: 500mL, 1L, 2.5L, 5L bottles

Applications

Viscosity Standard
Density Gradient Media
Mounting Medium
Educational Laboratories
Humectant Agent
Quality Control Testing
Industrial Applications
Biochemical Studies
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Research Applications
Antifreeze Solutions
Analytical Chemistry

Industry-Specific Grades

DRAVYOM offers specialized glycerol formulations tailored for specific laboratory and industrial requirements, ensuring optimal performance and regulatory compliance across diverse applications.

Educational Grade
Purity: 98-99.5% Cost-effective solution Teaching laboratory suitable Application: University laboratories
LR Grade (Laboratory Reagent)
Purity: 99.5% General laboratory use Reliable performance Application: Routine laboratory procedures
Industrial Grade
Purity: 99.0% Bulk packaging available Process applications Application: Manufacturing processes
Pharmaceutical Grade
Purity: 99.7% USP/BP compliant Low water content Application: Drug formulations

Quality Standards

DRAVYOM's LR Grade Glycerol is manufactured under stringent quality control protocols, meeting international laboratory standards including IS, ASTM, and pharmacopoeia specifications. Our viscous reagent ensures consistent performance for laboratory applications.

ISO 9001:2015 Certified Manufacturing
IS:548 Grade Standards
99.5% Purity Assurance
Low Water Content
Stabilized Formulation
Low Chloride Content
Certificate of Analysis
Temperature Controlled Storage

Advanced Chemical Properties & Performance

LR Grade Glycerol exhibits exceptional hygroscopic and solvent properties through its three hydroxyl groups, making it suitable for biochemical, pharmaceutical, and analytical applications requiring high-purity polyol performance.

Hygroscopic Properties
Water Absorption: Highly hygroscopic
Humidity Equilibrium: Absorbs moisture from air
Viscosity Changes: Decreases with water content
Humectant Properties: Excellent moisture retention
Chemical Properties
Hydroxyl Groups: Three -OH groups (triol)
Hydrogen Bonding: Extensive H-bonding capability
Oxidation: Forms glyceraldehyde/dihydroxyacetone
Dehydration: Forms acrolein at high temperatures
Physical Properties
Boiling Point: 290°C (decomposes)
Freezing Point: 18.2°C
Density (20°C): 1.261 g/cm³
Viscosity (20°C): 1412 mPa·s

Performance Characteristics

Performance metrics demonstrate LR Grade Glycerol reliability in biochemical, pharmaceutical, and educational applications with consistent hygroscopic properties and chemical stability for laboratory procedures.

Hygroscopic Performance

Effectiveness: Superior moisture absorption

Consistent humectant properties
Solvent Performance

Versatility: Dissolves many compounds

Excellent for polar substances
Biochemical Applications

Biocompatibility: Safe for biological systems

Suitable for enzyme studies
Educational Use

Safety: Non-toxic for teaching applications

Perfect for chemistry demonstrations

Safety Information

Generally recognized as safe with very low toxicity. May cause mild eye irritation. Can be slippery when spilled. Use standard laboratory precautions and clean up spills immediately. Safe for educational applications with proper handling protocols.

Very Low Toxicity
Slip Hazard
Educational Safe

Storage & Handling

Store in original containers in a cool, dry place away from strong oxidizing agents. Keep containers tightly closed to prevent moisture absorption and contamination. Handle with care to avoid spills due to viscous nature.

Store at 15-30°C
Dry, well-ventilated area
Tightly sealed containers
Protect from moisture

Chemical Mechanisms & Reaction Pathways

Glycerol exhibits polyol and esterification properties through multiple hydroxyl group mechanisms, making it suitable for educational demonstrations and general laboratory applications requiring controlled organic reactions and biochemical procedures.

Hydroxyl Chemistry

Three hydroxyl groups enable multiple reaction pathways

Essential for polyol chemistry education
Esterification Reactions

Forms esters with fatty acids in biochemical processes

Important for lipid chemistry studies
Dehydration Reactions

Undergoes dehydration to form acrolein at high temperatures

Critical for organic chemistry mechanisms
Biochemical Applications

Used in enzyme stability and protein preservation studies

Essential for biochemistry applications

Regulatory Compliance & Documentation

Comprehensive regulatory compliance ensures safe use of glycerol in educational and laboratory environments with complete documentation supporting institutional safety requirements.

Educational Standards

Compliance with educational institution safety for organic compounds

Safety Classification

Generally recognized as safe (GRAS) status

Food Grade Compliance

Meets food grade and pharmaceutical standards

Transportation

Non-hazardous classification for standard transport

Technical Support & Value-Added Services

DRAVYOM's educational and laboratory support team provides comprehensive guidance for organic chemistry and technical assistance for LR Grade Glycerol applications.

Educational Support
  • Organic chemistry training programs
  • Biochemistry experiment development
  • Student protocol guidance
  • Laboratory procedure training
Chemistry Services
  • Reaction optimization guidance
  • Purity testing consultation
  • Storage stability support
  • Quality control assistance

Environmental Impact & Sustainability

Our LR Grade Glycerol production emphasizes environmental responsibility with sustainable organic compound sourcing and comprehensive environmental impact management for educational and laboratory operations.

Renewable Sources

Derived from renewable plant and animal sources

Educational Sustainability

Supporting sustainable organic chemistry education

Biodegradable

Naturally biodegradable with minimal environmental impact

Container Programs

Container return and recycling programs

Manufacturing Excellence & Quality Control

DRAVYOM's organic compound manufacturing facility employs controlled distillation technology for consistent LR Grade Glycerol quality and purity performance across all production batches.

Distillation Process

Multi-stage vacuum distillation with purity management

Consistent quality and organic properties
Purity Testing

Water content and impurity verification protocols

Regular purity and quality monitoring
Quality Systems

Enhanced quality protocols for organic compound production

Comprehensive quality management systems

Market Applications & Performance Data

Comprehensive laboratory data demonstrating LR Grade Glycerol effectiveness across educational and biochemical applications with reliable organic chemistry performance and stability metrics.

Educational Institutions
Safety Record: 99.9% incident-free handling Performance: Consistent organic chemistry demonstrations Cost Efficiency: 45% more economical vs higher grades
Biochemical Laboratories
Chemistry Performance: Reliable organic reactions Quality: Meets biochemical purity standards Customer Satisfaction: 97% user approval rate

DRAVYOM Competitive Advantages

Organic Chemistry Expertise

Specialized knowledge in organic compounds and biochemistry for educational environments

Educational Focus

Dedicated support for educational institutions with organic chemistry training

Quality Leadership

Enhanced quality protocols for organic compound production

Reliable Supply

Consistent availability with educational institution programs and organic chemistry expertise

Quality Consistency

Consistent organic chemistry performance with certificates for laboratory requirements

Partnership Approach

Long-term relationships with educational institutions and biochemistry support