MSDS Glycerol (Glycerin) (C3H8O3) – Safety Data Sheet & GHS Hazards

Summary MSDS for Glycerol (Glycerin) (C3H8O3), CAS 56-81-5: substance identity, GHS hazard classification, hazard and precautionary statements, and links to the manufacturer's official SDS.

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TCI G0316 – Glycerol [for Electrophoresis]

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Identity summary

Name Glycerol (Glycerin)
Other names (IUPAC) Glycerol, propane-1,2,3-triol
Molecular formula C3H8O3
CAS number 56-81-5
Molar mass 92.09 g/mol
PubChem CID 753

Molar mass of C3H8O3 and how to calculate it

The molar mass of C3H8O3 is 92.09 g/mol, the sum of the relative atomic masses of all atoms in the formula: 3 × 12.011 + 8 × 1.008 + 3 × 15.999 = 92.09 g/mol.

Element Atoms Atomic mass Contribution Mass %
C 3 12.011 36.03 39.13%
H 8 1.008 8.06 8.76%
O 3 15.999 48.00 52.12%

So 1 mol of C3H8O3 weighs 92.09 g, and 1 L of a 0.1 M solution needs 9.209 g of pure C3H8O3. For liquid or concentrated reagents, work from assay and density with the dilution formula. Calculate other compounds with the molar mass calculator.

Hazard identification (GHS)

Signal word: WARNING

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Meaning of all GHS hazard symbols

Hazard statements (H)

  • H320: Causes eye irritation.

Precautionary statements (P)

Prevention

  • P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.

Response

  • P337 + P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
  • P305 + P351 + P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

The GHS classification above matches TCI (Tokyo Chemical Industry) official data for product G0316 Glycerol [for Electrophoresis]. Substance identity from PubChem CID 753.

Download the official SDS & CoA

The applicable Safety Data Sheet is the manufacturer's SDS for the product and lot you purchase. For products available from AMI Scientific:

TCI G0316 – Glycerol [for Electrophoresis] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)
TCI G0316 – Glycerol [for Electrophoresis] View product
TCI S0373 – Glycerol [Matrix for FABMS and liquid SIMS] Official SDS & CoA (TCI)View product
Glycerol, CAS 56-81-5, 1 L – Smartlab A-1043 View product
Glycerol, CAS 56-81-5, 4 L – Smartlab A-1043 View product

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This summary was compiled by AMI Scientific from TCI official GHS data for information purposes. Classification may differ by concentration, form, and supplier. Always refer to the manufacturer's official SDS for the product and lot you use. Updated: 06-11-2026.