Glycerol

**Definition:** A trihydroxy sugar alcohol that is an intermediate in carbohydrate and lipid metabolism. It is used as a solvent, emollient, pharmaceutical agent, or sweetening agent.

**Tree numbers:** - D02.033.800.875.500 - D09.853.875.500

**Synonyms:** - Glycerin - Glycerine - 1,2,3-Propanetriol - 1,2,3-Trihydroxypropane