Wednesday, April 20, 2011

Propylene glycol

Chemicals Direct purchases USP Propylene Glycol which can be used directly in food and medicine. If your application does not require USP, our pure 99.9% propylene glycol is perfect for your application. Glycol is commonly used as a safe to use antifreeze. Glycol is very soluble in water, just dilute to your required freeze protection. These are two main type of propylene glycol, Technical Grade and USP Grade.

Labeling a product or a substance as USP implies that it conforms to all the legal requirements of the FDA and that it was produced in accordance with the principles outlined in FDA’s Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP). Many other nations also have compiled an official national pharmacopeia, similar in scope and content to the USP. Currently, there is a collaborative international program to harmonize the glycerin monographs in the USP and in the European Pharmacopeia.

Propylene glycol is a colorless, odorless, and a viscous liquid that is derived from natural gas and the bio diesel market. Glycol is completely safe when used properly. USP Propylene Glycol is used in food flavorings, cake mixes, salad dressings, popcorn, soft drinks, popcorn, ice cream and sour cream. It also protects food from freezing and helps as a preservative. Applications include: toiletries, lotions, creams, baby wipes, shampoos, lubricants, antiperspirants, cosmetics, lipstick, cleaners, room deodorizers, sanitizers and non-toxic antifreezes, soap making and as a carrier in fragrance oils.

No comments:

Post a Comment