Description

Glycerin, Synthetic

Glycerin, Synthetic (also known as Glycerol), is a high-purity, multi-compendial polyol used as a humectant, solvent, emollient, plasticizer, and sweetener in pharmaceutical, biotechnological, and personal care formulations. Produced via synthetic processes to ensure consistency and safety, it meets the stringent requirements of the USP, EP, BP, and JP pharmacopeias. Glycerin is

• Synthetic-grade Glycerin conforming to USP, EP, BP, and JP monograph specifications
• Used as a solvent, humectant, stabilizer, and plasticizer in oral, topical, ophthalmic, and injectable products
• A non-toxic, colorless, viscous liquid with sweet taste and hygroscopic properties
• Compatible with aqueous, alcoholic, and polyol-based systems
• Is manufactured under Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) conditions
• Supplied with complete regulatory documentation including Certificate of Analysis (CoA), multi-compendial compliance, and technical data

Glycerin (C₃H₈O₃) is a trihydroxy alcohol with excellent water solubility and non-irritating properties. Its synthetic origin ensures absence of impurities sometimes associated with vegetable-based sources, such as residual fatty acids or allergenic residues.

In pharmaceutical and personal care applications, Glycerin, Synthetic, USP/EP/BP/JP is used in:

• Oral syrups and elixirs as a solvent, sweetening agent, and viscosity enhancer
• Topical creams, ointments, and gels as a skin conditioning agent and humectant
• Ophthalmic and nasal preparations to improve comfort and moisture retention
• Injectable solutions and IV mixtures as a solvent and osmotic agent
• Suppositories and capsules as a plasticizer or wetting agent
• Biotechnological media and excipients to stabilize enzymes, proteins, and cells

Its low toxicity, non-volatility, and compatibility with both hydrophilic and lipophilic substances make it essential in compounding and industrial-scale formulation.

CarboMer supplies Synthetic Glycerin that meets or exceeds compendial standards for purity, specific gravity, refractive index, acidity, water content, and microbial profile. It is suitable for regulated pharmaceutical, cosmetic, and food applications globally.

The material is packaged in sealed, tamper-evident containers under nitrogen or light protection if required. Available in research, pilot, and commercial production volumes. Minimum order quantities (MOQ), lead times, and full regulatory documentation—including CoA and SDS—are available upon request.

Each batch is tested for identity, assay (glycerol content), specific gravity, refractive index, residual solvents, heavy metals, and microbial limits in accordance with USP/EP/BP/JP standards. Documentation includes multi-compendial CoA, traceability records, and regulatory certifications.

As with all CarboMer excipients and multi-compendial actives, Glycerin, Synthetic, USP/EP/BP/JP is supported by formulation expertise, global regulatory alignment, and reliable supply chain service to help ensure safe, effective, and compliant formulations worldwide.