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Cat Number: PIE-0401

Triacetin

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CAS Number

102-76-1

Synonyms

Glyceryl triacetate; Glycerol triacetate; Enzactin

Description

It has fungistatic properties (based on release of acetic acid) and has been used in the topical treatment of minor dermatophyte infections. It has a role as a plant metabolite, a solvent, a fuel additive, an adjuvant, a food additive carrier, a food emulsifier, a food humectant and an antifungal drug. It is functionally related to an acetic acid.

Molecular Weight

218.2

Molecular Formula

C3H5(OCOCH3)3

SMILES

CC(=O)OCC(COC(=O)C)OC(=O)C

EINECS

203-051-9

Appearance

Colourless oily liquid with a very slight, ethereal, fruity odour

Boiling Point

258-259 ℃