Glycerin is a viscous, colorless, and sweet chemical substance derived from biodiesel synthesis. It is utilized in different pharmaceutical, cooking, and industrial applications. Glycerin boils at 290°C and melts at 20°C. It is miscible in water alcohol and acetone while immiscible in oils, ether, and benzene. Its non-toxicity and versatility makes it a perfect stabilizer and humectant for like soaps, lotions, food, beverage, and syrups. When converted to nitroglycerin, it serves as a raw material for explosives.
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