What is Glycerine?
Glycerine, also known as Glycerol, is a clear, colourless, odourless, and viscous liquid with a characteristically sweet taste. It is a triol (three hydroxyl groups) that occurs naturally as a component of fats and oils, and is produced commercially either as a by-product of soap and biodiesel manufacturing (vegetable-derived) or through synthetic processes. Its exceptional humectant, solvent, and sweetening properties make it one of the most widely used multifunctional ingredients across the food, pharmaceutical, and cosmetic industries.
Polychem Industries supplies Glycerine in vegetable grade (refined, plant-derived) and pharmaceutical grade to cosmetic formulators, pharmaceutical companies, food manufacturers, and soap producers across India and internationally. Its unique combination of humectancy, sweetness, solvency, and excellent skin compatibility make it indispensable across personal care, food, and pharmaceutical formulations.
Available Grades
| Grade | Form | Purity | Standard | Applications |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Vegetable Grade (Refined) | Clear viscous liquid | 99.5%+ (Pharma Grade) | FSSAI / FCC / E422 / Kosher / Halal | Food, cosmetics, personal care, soap manufacturing |
| Pharma Grade | Clear viscous liquid | 99.5%+ | USP / BP / IP | Cough syrups, suppositories, injectable formulations |
Applications & Uses
Cosmetics & Personal Care
One of the most widely used cosmetic ingredients globally. Glycerine acts as a powerful humectant in moisturisers, lotions, soaps, and skincare products, drawing moisture to the skin and providing a smooth, hydrated feel.
Pharmaceutical Formulations
Pharma Grade Glycerine is used in cough syrups and oral liquid medications as a sweetener and viscosity agent, in suppositories as a base ingredient, and in various injectable and topical formulations as a solvent and stabiliser.
Food & Beverage
Used as a humectant, sweetener, and solvent in food products including baked goods, confectionery, and beverages, helping retain moisture and improve texture while contributing mild sweetness without significant caloric impact.
Soap Manufacturing
A traditional by-product and ingredient in soap making, Glycerine is often retained in handmade and glycerine soaps for its moisturising properties, providing a milder, less drying cleansing experience compared to soaps with glycerine removed.
E-liquid & Vaping Products
Used as a base component in e-liquid formulations for electronic vaping devices, providing vapour density and a smooth inhalation experience, typically blended with propylene glycol.
Industrial & Chemical Applications
Used as a humectant and plasticiser in various industrial applications including the production of resins, as an antifreeze component, and as a raw material in the synthesis of other chemical products.
Technical Specifications
Glycerine — Key Properties
Why Source Glycerine from Polychem Industries?
- Vegetable Grade and Pharma Grade available with full documentation
- Pharma Grade meets USP / BP / IP specifications for pharmaceutical use
- Kosher and Halal suitable Vegetable Grade available
- Reliable bulk supply for cosmetic, pharma and food manufacturers
- Competitive pricing with consistent year-round availability
- Export documentation experience for international shipments
