Glycerol monoacetate, tech., mixture of isomers, cont. varying amounts of diacetate, Thermo Scientific Chemicals

Glycerol monoacetate is used for production of tanning leather and dye. It is also used as a solvent.

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Applications
Glycerol monoacetate is used for production of tanning leather and dye. It is also used as a solvent.

Solubility
Soluble in water, methanol, ethanol, ether (slightly), and insoluble in benzene.

Notes
Hygroscopic. Protect from moisture. Store at room temperature. Store away from strong oxidizing agents.