Cat Number: CHE102761

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

EINECS

203-051-9

SMILES

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

Appearance

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

Boiling Point

258-259 ℃