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Propylene Glycol (USP Food Grade)

Propylene Glycol USP Food Grade is a versatile, non-toxic solvent and humectant used in food, pharmaceuticals, and cosmetics. Available for industrial supply in Kenya.

Technical Specifications

CAS Number57-55-6
Chemical FormulaC3H8O2
AppearanceClear, colorless, viscous liquid
PackagingAvailable in drums (200kg), totes, and bulk supply
StorageStore in a cool, dry, ventilated area away from strong oxidizers
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Propylene Glycol (USP Food Grade) — Specifications, Uses & Availability

Product Overview

Product NamePropylene Glycol (USP Food Grade)
CategorySolvents & Thinners
AvailabilityIn Stock — Ready for Dispatch

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About Propylene Glycol (USP Food Grade)

Propylene Glycol USP Food Grade is a high-purity, food-safe chemical widely used across various industrial applications due to its solvent, moisture-retaining, and antifreeze properties. It is suitable for use in food and beverage manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, cosmetics, and chemical formulations where contamination risk is a concern. Handling this grade requires standard chemical safety measures, with attention to storage away from extreme heat and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers. Finstar Chemicals supplies Propylene Glycol throughout Kenya and neighboring regions, aiding procurement teams with bulk and smaller packaging options to fit production scales. This grade supports strict regulatory compliance, making it ideal for food-contact and pharmaceutical intermediate processes. Diverse industries depend on its stable chemical profile to enhance product shelf life, texture, and processing efficiency. Procuring from Finstar ensures adherence to quality documentation, including Certificates of Analysis for all batches.

External references: PubChem · Wikipedia

Applications

Food Industry HumectantUsed to retain moisture in baked goods and processed foods to extend freshness and texture.
Pharmaceutical Solvent and ExcipientActs as a solvent and carrier in oral, injectable, and topical medication formulations.
Cosmetic and Personal Care IngredientCommonly used for moisture retention and texture enhancement in creams, lotions, and makeup.
Antifreeze and Heat Transfer FluidsUtilized in HVAC systems and refrigeration as a less toxic antifreeze agent maintaining low freezing points.
Chemical IntermediateServes as a base chemical for producing resins, plasticizers, and other industrial chemicals.

Benefits

Food Grade ComplianceUSP-grade ensures suitability for food applications, limiting impurities that could affect safety or taste.
Low Toxicity ProfileIts low toxicity makes it safe for use in pharmaceuticals and personal care items, reducing handling risks.
Hygroscopic NatureAttracts and retains moisture enhancing product shelf life in foods and cosmetics.
Thermal StabilityMaintains chemical integrity under moderate temperature changes, ideal for heat transfer applications.
Versatile SolventDissolves both hydrophilic and some hydrophobic substances, facilitating formulation flexibility.

Features

USP Food Grade CertificationCertified to United States Pharmacopeia standards, confirming purity and suitability for sensitive uses.
Packaged in Multiple VolumesAvailable in 200 kg drums and bulk totes to match industrial or batch production needs.
Comprehensive Batch DocumentationEach shipment includes Certificates of Analysis detailing assay, contaminants, and physical properties.
Non-GMO VerifiedManufactured following processes eliminating genetically modified organism ingredients to meet regulatory demands.
Kosher and Halal CertifiedSuitable for religious compliance requirements in diverse markets, broadening application reach.

Industries Served

Food and BeverageUsed as a humectant and solvent to enhance product quality in baking, beverage, and confectionery.
PharmaceuticalsFunctions as excipient and solvent in drug delivery systems including oral and topical agents.
Personal Care and CosmeticsMoisturizes and stabilizes creams, lotions, and other skincare formulations.
Industrial ManufacturingActs as a base chemical in producing antifreeze, plastics, coatings, and paint formulations.
HVAC and RefrigerationAn essential antifreeze component in cooling systems requiring safe, effective thermal fluids.

Propylene Glycol (USP Food Grade) is supplied by Finstar to industrial buyers across Kenya, Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Read our chemical safety guides for handling best practices.

Delivery Coverage Across Kenya’s Counties

Finstar is a leading supplier of industrial chemicals across Kenya’s counties. Propylene Glycol (USP Food Grade) is dispatched from our Nairobi Industrial Area warehouse to businesses nationwide — including Nairobi, Mombasa, Kisumu, and Nakuru counties — plus cross-border delivery to Uganda, Tanzania, and Rwanda. Towns we regularly supply include:

NairobiMombasaKisumuNakuruEldoretThikaRuiruKiambuMachakosNaivashaNyeriMeruKerichoKakamegaKitaleMalindiNanyukiAthi RiverVoiKilifi

Delivering to a different town or county? Request a quote and our logistics team will confirm delivery timelines to your location.

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