Glycerol triacetate

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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Last updated on: 29.10.2020

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Synonym(s)

CAS No 102-76-1; Triacetin

Definition
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Glycerol triacetate is an ester of glycerol and acetic acid. The colourless liquid is only slightly soluble in water.

Field of application/use
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Food additive (E 1518)

Carrier material

Glycerol triacetate is only authorised for:

  • chewing gum (qs)
  • Flavourings (max. 3 g/kg)

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Incoming links (2)

E 1518; Food additives (overview);

Outgoing links (3)

Acetic acid; Food additives, sweeteners (e-numbers 950 - 1518); Glycerol (inci);

Authors

Last updated on: 29.10.2020

Author: Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer Prof. Dr. med. Peter Altmeyer

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