Biodiesel is a promising alternative, and renewable, fuel. As its production increases, so does production of the principle co-product, crude glycerol. The effective utilization of crude glycerol will contribute to the viability of biodiesel. In this review, composition and quality factors of crude glycerol are discussed. The value-added utilization opportunities of crude glycerol are reviewed.
| Form | Liquid |
| Chemical Name | 1,2,3-Propanetriol Or Glycerol |
| Chemical Formula | C3H8O3 |
| Odour | Odourless |
| Boiling Point | 290°C |
| Flash Point | 177°C |
| Colour | Black |
| PH | 7.0 (Neutral) |
| Application | Cosmetics, Toiletries, Pharmaceuticals, Food And Beverage, Tobacco |
| Chemical Reactions | Reacts With Strong Acids And Bases |
| Grade | Technical Grade |
| Solubility | In Water |
| Manufacture By | Green Fuel Tech |
| Country Of Origin | India |
